From appetizers to main dishes, here are our favorite air-fryer recipes to try with your new kitchen gadget.
Air-Fryer Onion Rings
These air-fryer onion rings are a great alternative to traditional deep-fried onion rings.
The homemade dipping sauce adds to the savory flavor and adds a creamy note to counter the crispy coating.
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Maple syrup makes these air-fryer apples just sweet enough.
Using your air fryer is a clean and splatter-free way to cook bacon for a small group.
Pouring out the drippings between batches is key to prevent smoking.
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Ground sumac adds a nice tang to the spice mix, but paprika can be used in its place.
Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside roasted veggies.
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Air-Fryer Popcorn Shrimp
These air-fried popcorn shrimp get crispy and crunchy with very little oil.
Look for the smallest shrimp it’s possible for you to find so they will cook evenly.
Air-Fryer Crispy Chickpeas
Air-fried chickpea snacks are intensely flavored and incredibly crunchy.
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Drying the chickpeas is essential to a good crunch, so don’t skip this step.
The homemade nuggets are healthier than fast-food versions–and more flavorful, thanks to the cornflake coating.
you’re free to also cut the chicken into strips for air-fryer chicken tenders.
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Be sure to cook those 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until done.
Air-Fryer Broccoli & Cheese Baked Potatoes
This side dish gives you the best of two potato favorites.
And if you prefer a vegetarian side, simply omit the bacon.
Here, chicken thighs are marinated in buttermilk and dredged in a simple breadcrumb coating.
Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or slice them up to top a salad.
They’re easy to remove.
For the best texture, keep each fry as evenly sized as possible.
Try a mandoline to make quick work of equal fries if your knife work could use some help.
Air-Fryer Kale Chips
Homemade kale chips are incredibly easy to make.
Warning: These will go fast!
It’s an impressive dinner that’s also super simple to make.
If it’s possible for you to’t find fresh horseradish, use a high-quality prepared product.
Be sure to drain and squeeze it to remove as much moisture as possible.
Air-Fryer Potato Wedges
Get perfectly cooked potato wedges in your air fryer!
A hint of Parmesan cheese and rosemary along with olive oil add a crispy flavorful crust.
Dip them in ketchup or your favorite creamy sauce for serving.
Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Air-fried sweet potato fries are crispy, tender and delicately sweet.
If the cinnamon-pepper spice is too intense, try thyme, oregano, paprika or garlic instead.
Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Chips
Thinly sliced sweet potatoes fry to a crispy crunch in the air fryer.
These homemade chips also use much less oil, which cuts down on calories and fat.
They’re a naturally sweet side for sandwiches, burgers, wraps and more.
