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The Complete Guide to Air Fryer Recipes
232+ air fryer recipes tested for crispiness, timing, and temperature - get the crunch without the deep fryer.
232+Air Fryer Recipes
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Air fryers do one thing well: they make food crispy with a fraction of the oil. This guide collects 232+ recipes tested in actual air fryers - not adapted from oven recipes.
Every recipe includes the exact temperature, time, and basket arrangement that gave us the best results. We test in both basket-style and oven-style air fryers.
We also note which recipes are worth air-frying versus which are just as good in a regular oven.
How We Test Air Fryer Recipes
Every recipe tested in both basket and oven-style air fryers with verified temperatures.
Most Popular Guides
Air Fryer Chicken
23 guides
Chicken is what air fryers were made for. Rapid hot air crisps skin and breading in minutes while the inside stays juicy.
Air Fryer Chicken 65
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich
Air Fryer Jerk Chicken
Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken
Air Fryer Turkey Breast
Air Fryer Vegetables
40 guides
Air-fried vegetables get crispy edges and caramelized surfaces in half the time of a regular oven.
Air Fryer Avocado Fries
Air Fryer Cauliflower Tater Tots
Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls: The Ultimate Comfort Snack!
Air Fryer Polenta Fries: The Crispy Delight
Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Best Ever Air Fryer Asparagus
Air Fryer Appetizers & Snacks
35 guides
Frozen appetizers go from package to plate in 8-12 minutes. Homemade versions get genuinely crispy shells.
Air Fryer Cheesecake Bites
Air Fryer Egg Toast
Air Fryer Fish Taco Bowls
Air Fryer Naan Pizza
Air Fryer Salmon Tacos
Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza
Air Fryer Seafood
14 guides
Fish and shrimp cook in under 10 minutes with a golden exterior. The air fryer handles breaded seafood particularly well.
Air Fryer Desserts & Baking
20 guides
Donuts, churros, muffins, and fruit crisps work surprisingly well. Faster than preheating a full oven.
Air Fryer Banana Muffins
Air Fryer Cheddar Biscuits
Air Fryer English Muffins
Air Fryer Pancakes? You Bet!
Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Bread
Crispy and Easy Air Fryer Hush Puppies
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do air fryers actually make food crispy?
Yes. Rapid hot air creates a Maillard reaction on the surface, similar to deep frying but with a fraction of the oil.
What should I not put in an air fryer?
Wet batters drip through the basket. Lightweight items blow around. Use parchment liners for sticky foods.
Do I need to preheat my air fryer?
For most recipes, yes. A 3-5 minute preheat ensures food starts crisping immediately.
How do I prevent sticking?
A light spray of oil on the basket works. For breaded items, use parchment liners with holes. Never use aerosol cooking spray.