The air fryer can be a real game-changer for your cooking game. With its ability to create crispy, delicious dishes using minimal oil, it's no wonder so many of us love cooking with it. Many of our classic favorites are so much better when cooked in the air fryer - and here we gathered 45 of them. From the crispiest bacon and juiciest roast beef you've ever had to perfectly roasted potatoes and other delicious sides, you'll be amazed to find what the air fryer can do for your favorite dishes!
Bacon
Nothing crisps up bacon quite as well as the air fryer.
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Halloumi
Crispy on the outside, soft and delicious on the inside - just the way halloumi should be cooked. This version comes out better than on the grill, and is much easier to make.
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Air Fryer Roast Beef
Cook up this Air Fryer Roast Beef in just 50 minutes for a hands-off dinner your whole family will love. You'll love the herby crust on the outside, as well as the juicy, tender, perfectly cooked center. All with just a few simple ingredients!
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Air Fryer Salmon Patties
Make these easy Air Fryer Salmon Patties with fresh salmon and just 6-8 minutes of cooking. They're deliciously packed with flavor and require no chopping thanks to powdered seasonings.
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Air Fryer Flank Steak
Make perfectly tender Air Fryer Flank Steak with just 8-10 minutes of cooking. The flavor-packed marinade tenderizes the meat for you, so you end up with a juicy steak in no time.
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Tempeh
Learn just how easy it is to make tempeh in the Air Fryer! This recipe is quick and easy and yields perfectly crisp tempeh every time. Ready in just 10 minutes, you'll have countless ways to use this delicious plant-based protein.
Bone-In Pork Chops
Looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than these juicy, tender Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops! Best of all, this recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and is done in 25 minutes or less.
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Shrimp Tacos
Make the best air fryer shrimp tacos with this easy and delicious recipe. A flavorful homemade lime coleslaw pairs well with the perfectly seasoned and tender shrimp.
Loaded Potato Skins
With only a handful of ingredients and just 10 minutes, these air fryer potato skins will quickly become a new favorite! Seasoned with garlic and Worcestershire sauce with a taste of sharp, gooey cheese in every bite, these potato skins make the perfect appetizer!
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Frozen French Toast Sticks
These frozen French toast sticks are so easy and delicious - crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, it's a great breakfast for the entire family! Plus, it's a great way to get your kids experimenting with cooking in the kitchen with a simple recipe (and adult supervision, of course!)
Baked Sweet Potatoes
These air fryer baked sweet potatoes are ready in less time than oven-baked. Simple and fuss-free, these perfectly cooked whole sweet potatoes are great for a fast dinner or a weeknight side dish.
Marinated Chicken Legs
Experience the perfect blend of crispy skin and tender meat with this foolproof recipe. They turn out golden brown on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside.
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Fish Tacos
A flavorful homemade lime coleslaw and mango salsa pairs perfectly with the crispiest fish tacos.
Roasted Potatoes
Air fryer roasted potatoes are super crispy on the outside, and soft and pillowy on the inside.
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Calamari
This crispy air fryer calamari is the best side dish or appetizer. Soaked in buttermilk and then breaded in seasoned panko breadcrumbs, this tasty fried calamari is a lightened up version without being greasy.
Hamburgers
Evenly cooked without any mess.
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Salmon
You can even cook it straight from frozen!
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Tortilla Chips
Make them yourself - it's so easy with an air fryer!
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Frozen Shrimp
Super easy to make and they take under 5 minutes to cook! Season with garlic & paprika for incredible flavor, and top it off with fresh parsley for a green touch.
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Green Beans
With minimal prep & 4 minutes of cooking you can cook up the best green beans in your air fryer. Perfectly cooked and a great side for any dinner!
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Meatballs
You've never made as pretty meatballs as this!
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Frozen Fries
Healthier than deep fat fried, and so much better than oven baked.
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Carrots Vichy
The air fryer version of the French classic cooks quicker and easier than any other method.
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Arancini
Try making Air Fryer Arancini - Fried Risotto Balls - for a delicious appetizer or main dish.
Chicken Burgers
There's no better chicken burger.
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Roasted Whole Potatoes
Crispy, wrinkly, delicious potatoes.
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Carrot Fries
So tasty you won't belive they're actually good for you!
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Steak
You might think I've gone mad, but just try it...
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Orange Chicken
This takeout classic is even better made at home - with your air fryer!
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Smashed Potatoes
Crispy garlic smashed potatoes are delicious and so easy to make in your air fryer! You only need 6 ingredients and 45 minutes, and it's both vegan and gluten-free.
Garlic Bread
The best version of garlic bread ever.
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Falafel
This easy recipe is a delicious and healthy alternative to deep fried. Made with soaked chickpeas, these vegan falafels are ready in just 15 minutes.
Turkey Burgers
You've got to try it - there's no other turkey burger like this!
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Steak Bites
These tender steak bites are so easy to make and packed with tons of flavor. They are perfect for fast dinners and cook in under 10 minutes!
Brussels Sprouts
All-around hot air helps cook Brussels sprouts quickly and evenly, with a nice crisp on the outside. Add some bacon, and it gets even better!
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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Easy to make in under 30 minutes they come out spicy, crispy and totally addictive. A healthy-ish snack or meal, and even crispier in the air fryer than in the oven!
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Potato Wedges
Air fryer potato wedges are crispy on the outside, soft and perfectly baked on the inside.
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Cornbread
This incredible air fryer cornbread recipe comes together in just a few minutes with basic pantry staples. Perfect for fast dinners, breakfast, or snacks, this from-scratch cornbread is a delicious treat the whole family will love.
Chicken Drumsticks
The tastiest drumsticks ever.
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Nachos
Level up your snack game with these easy air fryer nachos! Loaded vegetarian nachos with black beans that come together in less than 10 minutes? What’s better than that?!
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes combine with cinnamon and salt, and the air fryer helps cook them to perfection.
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Hot Dogs
No mess needed to heat up hot dogs for the kids. And you can do it straight from frozen!
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Tofu
This crispy tofu is a great speedy weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and so delicious!
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
This is an easy and delicious side dish or appetizer that is ready in a flash! Perfectly grilled and tender, and so easy to meal prep.
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
These Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are all done in just 30 minutes for a quicker version of the classic Swedish side dish. With garlic butter and Parmesan cheese, this is a recipe everyone loves, and you are sure to come back to it over and over again. And don't miss my genius tip for cutting the perfect Hasselback potatoes!
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