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May 30, 2022 · Leave a Comment

35 Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners

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If you're a beginner when it comes to using an air fryer, have no fear. These 35 easy Air Fryer Recipes will satisfy any palate!

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An air fryer is a kitchen appliance that works by circulating hot air around the food while leaving the exterior crunchy and crispy. It's a healthier substitute to frying food; which in turn means less fat in our diets. 

Air fryers also generally take less time to cook food; which saves time on those hectic weeknights.

From main meals to sides to desserts, these easy to make air fryer recipes will be you new go-to guide for weekly meal planning. 

35 Air Fryer Recipes

air fryer hamburger on a white plate

Cheeseburgers

Take burger night to the next level with this Air Fryer Cheeseburgers recipe. You’ll be amazed by how easy it is. Juicy ground beef patties topped with melted cheese cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Serve with all your favorite burger fixings!

air fryer asparagus on a white plate

 Asparagus

Here is an easy way to cook asparagus and turn it into a healthy, delicious side dish. This Air Fryer Asparagus is perfectly seasoned and cooks quickly while keeping it tender-crisp.

Chicken legs cooked in the air fryer on a plate

Chicken Legs

These Air Fryer Chicken Legs are seriously the best chicken legs you will ever have! Seasoned to perfection, they come out perfectly juicy with crispy golden skin.

air fryer tortilla pizza slice

Tortilla Pizza

Air fryer tortilla pizza is a 5-minute start to finish tasty light lunch or snack option that tastes like a crispy version of your favorite food. Made with a flour tortilla, pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings this is one recipe you won't soon forget. 

air fryer meatloaf sliced on a green plate

Meatloaf

If you haven’t had air fryer meatloaf, you’re in for a real treat! Not only is this recipe incredibly quick and easy to make, but it comes out bursting with flavor and so juicy!

chicken tenders on a white plate.

Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Naked Chicken Tenders  is the best recipe for the whole family. It’s a wonderfully juicy air fryer baked chicken tenders recipe coated with a delicious chicken seasoning and cooked to perfection.

air fryer shrimp on a white plate

Shrimp

Make the best Air Fryer Shrimp in just 10 minutes! Juicy, succulent shrimp that are seasoned to perfection and so quick and easy to do, you’ll wonder why you haven’t made them this way before!

Air fryer onion rings

Onion Rings

Crispy, piping hot, and perfectly dippable, frozen onion rings cook to perfection in the air fryer. This simple recipe shows the best way to cook them in the air fryer so that they turn out crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside!

air fryer garlic bread on a plate

Garlic Bread

This air fryer garlic bread is ridiculously quick and easy. With just six ingredients, it's on the table in ten minutes. A great side dish or a delicious snack.

air fryer chicken breast on a plate with rice and broccoli

Chicken Breasts

This perfectly tender and juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast is fast, easy, and loaded with flavor. This all-purpose chicken is great on salads, sandwiches or served with simple side dishes for a fast and easy dinner. 

Stacked air fryer donuts on a plate.

Donuts

To make these quick, we start with refrigerated biscuits and simply air fry for a few minutes. Add some butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for the perfect easy dessert. These donuts are perfect for dipping, dunking, or decorating. 

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air fryer tater tots with ketchup on a plate

Tater Tots

These Air Fryer Tater Tots are ridiculously easy to make and just so crispy and delicious! You'll never cook frozen tater tots in the oven again!

air fryer hard boiled eggs cut in half on a plate.

Hard Boiled Eggs

Learn to make the best Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs without any boiling water. This hands free method delivers perfectly cooked and easy to peel eggs every time!

air fryer carrot fries

Carrot Fries

Roasted carrots are great – but they take time – UNLESS you’re making them in your air fryer! These crispy air fryer carrot fries are a tasty and quick side dish for any meal!

air fryer chicken nuggets on a plate with ketchup

Chicken Nuggets

Store-bought chicken nuggets will be a thing of the past after making these delicious air fryer chicken nuggets! They only take about 25 minutes to make, and they freeze well for later.

air fryer tortilla chips

Tortilla Chips

These Air Fryer Tortilla Chips are SO easy to make with just three simple ingredients! They are the perfect guilt-free compliment to guacamole and fresh salsa.

air fryer buffalo chicken tenders

Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders are a quick and easy weeknight meal or appetizer. They are extra crispy and delicious. 

air fryer egg bites on a wooden cutting board

Egg Bites with Ham and Cheese

Easy Air Fryer Egg Bites with Ham and Cheese are quick to make with just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of cook time. Full of flavor, these protein-packed breakfast bites are a great way to start the day (or have as a tasty snack anytime)! 

air fryer fish tacos on a plate

Fish Tacos

Made in less than 15 minutes, this easy Air Fryer Fish Tacos recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight. Tender and juicy pieces of white fish wrapped in a tortilla and topped with all your favorite toppings. This air fried fish taco recipe is a healthy recipe that the whole family will love.

Air fryer nachos

Nachos

These Air Fryer Loaded Nachos are hands down, the quickest party appetizers. Ready in just 5 minutes, nothing could be easier or more delicious!

air fryer pizza bagels

Pizza Bagels

Air fryer pizza bagels are a tasty meal or snack the whole family will love. You only need a few simple ingredients to make these delicious pizzas and can top them any way you like. Ready in less than 5 minutes they are quick and easy. 

air fryer cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon Rolls

These ultra-soft and fluffy air fryer cinnamon rolls drizzled with icing are perfect for breakfast or brunch! The best part is that making cinnamon rolls in the air fryer is super easy and quick!

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air fryer french fries

French Fries

These air fryer french fries are potatoes cut into sticks and coated with oil and seasonings; then air fried to crispy brown perfection. A great way to get crunchy and delicious french fries without actually using a deep fryer! 

air fryer lasagna roll ups

Lasagna Roll Ups

Layers of pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese get wrapped up in a delicious dish that’s ready in 20 minutes! Air fryer lasagna roll ups are a speedy shortcut on a classic Italian comfort food!

air fryer pork tenderloin sliced

Pork Tenderloin

This Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is coated with a tasty dry rub made from simple pantry spices and air fried to juicy tenderness with a perfectly browned and seasoned outer coating. Family and friends really enjoy this quick and easy recipe. 

air fryer bacon on a white plate

Bacon

Yes, you can cook bacon in an air fryer! Crispy, delicious, and ready in about 10 minutes, learn how to cook your favorite bacon in your air fryer with just a few simple steps.

air fryer sweet potato fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries (from frozen) made in the air fryer make an easy and tasty side dish or after school snack! Simply dip them in ketchup or coconut flavored yogurt - it’s so easy!

air fryer green beans

Green Beans

These super easy Air Fryer Green Beans are the best! Healthy, crispy, without any oil! Air fried green beans are a perfect vegetable side dish for any weeknight dinner. Fresh whole green beans with your choice of seasoning, cooked to perfection in just about 10 minutes!

air fryer bbq chicken

BBQ Chicken

Dinner doesn’t get easier or more delicious than BBQ chicken made in the air fryer! With two ingredients, 15 minutes, and a few simple sides, dinner is set!

air fryer smashed potatoes

Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes are simple and easy to make, with just 5 pantry ingredients! They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with garlic flavor! 

Air fryer salmon burger on a bun

Salmon Burgers

Air Fryer salmon burgers are easy, quick, and delicious. The perfect recipe if you are new to air frying. 

air fryer fried ice cream

Fried Ice Cream

Soft vanilla ice cream coated in a crispy cinnamon sugar coating — it’s a decadent treat that the whole family will love! Learn how to make it the classic way AND an easy 2-ingredient shortcut recipe. 

air fryer chicken wings

Chicken Wings

These air fryer chicken wings come out perfectly crispy every time, and cook so much faster than they would in a traditional oven. Toss your air fryer wings in buffalo sauce, then watch the rave reviews come in! 

air fryer potato slices on a plate

Potato Slices

These air fryer potato slices are fluffy, crispy, and irresistibly delicious. Easy to prepare, and is ready in 15 minutes. 

air fryer toaster strudel

Toaster Strudel

This easy air fryer toaster strudel takes 9 minutes to make! Crispy, golden brown and perfectly flaky on the outside. Soft and gooey on the inside. Use your favorite frozen toaster strudel flavor to make a quick & tasty breakfast. 

 

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