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Air Fryer Recipes

Air fryer recipes deliver the crunch and texture of fried food in a fraction of the time and oil. The hot circulating air cooks food fast and creates a genuinely crispy exterior — on chicken thighs, vegetables, chickpeas, and even fruit. If you've been using your air fryer just for reheating leftovers, this collection will change that. The air fryer's real advantage is speed. Chicken thighs that take 40 minutes in the oven take 20 in the air fryer. Brussels sprouts that take 35 minutes roasting take 15 at air fryer temperature. And the result is crispier. The method also works brilliantly for meal prep: batch a week's worth of air-fried chicken, salmon fillets, or spiced chickpeas and have the core of your lunches and dinners ready. Most of these recipes use minimal ingredients — just a protein or vegetable, a few spices, olive oil, and salt. That's the air fryer's other strength: it makes simple seasoning taste exceptional. Use our AI recipe generator to turn whatever you have into an air fryer meal with exact temperature and timing.

Recipes

Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Thighs - recipe photo
American25 minutesEasy4.1

Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Thighs

Spiced chicken thighs crisped in the air fryer for juicy, crackling skin with minimal oil.

  • · Chicken thighs
  • · Smoked paprika
  • · Garlic powder
  • +4 more ingredients
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze - recipe photo
American18 minutesEasy4.6

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze

Caramelized Brussels tossed with balsamic reduction and toasted almonds.

  • · Brussels sprouts
  • · Olive oil
  • · Balsamic vinegar
  • +4 more ingredients
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Salmon - recipe photo
Mediterranean15 minutesEasy4.5

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Salmon

Quick salmon fillet topped with garlic-Parmesan crumbs, air fried until flaky.

  • · Salmon fillet
  • · Garlic
  • · Parmesan
  • +6 more ingredients
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Air Fryer Tandoori Cauliflower - recipe photo
Indian20 minutesEasy4.4

Air Fryer Tandoori Cauliflower

Golden cauliflower florets rubbed with yogurt and aromatic tandoori spices.

  • · Cauliflower florets
  • · Greek yogurt
  • · Tandoori paste
  • +4 more ingredients
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Air Fryer Spiced Chickpeas - recipe photo
Middle Eastern20 minutesEasy4.5

Air Fryer Spiced Chickpeas

Crunchy spiced chickpeas tossed with cumin, coriander, and chili flakes.

  • · Chickpeas
  • · Olive oil
  • · Cumin
  • +4 more ingredients
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Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips - recipe photo
American15 minutesEasy4.4

Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips

Thin apple slices tossed with cinnamon and air fired until crisp for a naturally sweet snack.

  • · Apples
  • · Cinnamon
  • · Maple syrup (optional)
  • +1 more ingredients
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Lemon Herb Roast Chicken - recipe photo
General1 hour 20 minutesMedium4.3

Lemon Herb Roast Chicken

Juicy roast chicken with lemon and fresh herbs. Simple and impressive for any dinner.

  • · 1 whole chicken
  • · 2 lemons
  • · Fresh rosemary and thyme
  • +3 more ingredients
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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry - recipe photo
Asian25 minutesEasy4.3

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Sweet and savory honey garlic chicken with vegetables. Serve over rice or noodles.

  • · 1 lb chicken breast
  • · 3 tbsp honey
  • · 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • +3 more ingredients
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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs - recipe photo
American45 minutesEasy4.3

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy-skinned baked chicken thighs with simple spices. Minimal effort, maximum flavor.

  • · 6 chicken thighs
  • · 1 tbsp olive oil
  • · Paprika
  • +2 more ingredients
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Butter Chicken - recipe photo
Indian40 minutesMedium4.0

Butter Chicken

Tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce. A beloved Indian classic.

  • · Chicken thighs
  • · Butter
  • · Heavy cream
  • +5 more ingredients
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Chicken Tikka Masala - recipe photo
Indian45 minutesMedium3.9

Chicken Tikka Masala

Grilled chicken pieces in a spiced creamy tomato masala. A worldwide favourite.

  • · Chicken breast
  • · Yoghurt
  • · Tomatoes
  • +5 more ingredients
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Teriyaki Chicken - recipe photo
Japanese25 minutesEasy4.1

Teriyaki Chicken

Juicy chicken glazed in sweet-savoury teriyaki sauce. Serve over steamed rice.

  • · Chicken thighs
  • · Soy sauce
  • · Mirin
  • +5 more ingredients
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Chicken Noodle Soup - recipe photo
American35 minutesEasy4.4

Chicken Noodle Soup

Classic chicken soup with egg noodles, carrots, and celery. The ultimate comfort food.

  • · Chicken breast
  • · Egg noodles
  • · Carrots
  • +5 more ingredients
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Chicken Alfredo - recipe photo
Italian30 minutesEasy3.4

Chicken Alfredo

Creamy fettuccine with grilled chicken and parmesan sauce. Rich Italian-American classic.

  • · Chicken breast
  • · Fettuccine
  • · Heavy cream
  • +5 more ingredients
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Katsu Chicken Curry - recipe photo
Japanese40 minutesMedium3.7

Katsu Chicken Curry

Crispy breaded chicken cutlet with Japanese curry sauce and rice.

  • · Chicken breast
  • · Panko breadcrumbs
  • · Egg
  • +5 more ingredients
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Kung Pao Chicken - recipe photo
Chinese20 minutesMedium4.0

Kung Pao Chicken

Spicy stir-fried chicken with peanuts, chillies and vegetables. Sichuan classic.

  • · Chicken breast
  • · Peanuts
  • · Dried chillies
  • +5 more ingredients
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Chicken Karaage - recipe photo
Japanese30 minutesMedium3.8

Chicken Karaage

Japanese fried chicken marinated in soy and ginger. Crispy outside, juicy inside.

  • · Chicken thighs
  • · Soy sauce
  • · Mirin
  • +5 more ingredients
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Chicken Marengo - recipe photo
French50 minutesMedium4.1

Chicken Marengo

Classic French chicken braised with tomatoes, olives, and white wine.

  • · Chicken pieces
  • · Tomatoes
  • · Olives
  • +5 more ingredients
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Roasted Vegetable Medley - recipe photo
General35 minutesEasy4.8

Roasted Vegetable Medley

Colorful roasted vegetables with olive oil and herbs. Easy side dish.

  • · Bell peppers
  • · Zucchini
  • · Onion
  • +4 more ingredients
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Vegetable Stir-Fry - recipe photo
Asian20 minutesEasy4.6

Vegetable Stir-Fry

Quick stir-fried vegetables with soy sauce and ginger. Serve over rice.

  • · Broccoli
  • · Bell pepper
  • · Snap peas
  • +4 more ingredients
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One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Vegetables - recipe photo
American45 minutesEasy4.3

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Vegetables

Tender chicken and roasted vegetables in a lemon-herb sauce. One pan, minimal cleanup.

  • · 4 chicken thighs
  • · 1 lemon
  • · Rosemary
  • +5 more ingredients
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Vegetable Curry with Chickpeas - recipe photo
Indian35 minutesMedium4.3

Vegetable Curry with Chickpeas

Hearty vegetarian curry with chickpeas and vegetables. Serve with rice or naan.

  • · Chickpeas
  • · Coconut milk
  • · Curry powder
  • +4 more ingredients
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Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes - recipe photo
General45 minutesEasy4.3

Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes

Crispy roasted potatoes with garlic and rosemary. Simple side or snack.

  • · 2 lb potatoes
  • · Olive oil
  • · Garlic
  • +3 more ingredients
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Mashed Potatoes - recipe photo
American25 minutesEasy3.8

Mashed Potatoes

Creamy mashed potatoes with butter and milk. Comfort classic.

  • · 2 lb potatoes
  • · Butter
  • · Milk
  • +2 more ingredients
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Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need to preheat the air fryer?

    Most models benefit from a 3–5 minute preheat, but you can skip it for smaller batches. The basket should be hot before you add the food.

  • How much oil does an air fryer meal need?

    Use just a tablespoon or two—enough to coat the ingredients. The dryer environment of the basket ensures browning with less oil than baking or pan-frying.

  • Can I cook multiple batches?

    Yes. Cook crispy proteins first, then keep them warm on a tray while you air fry vegetables. Shake the basket between cycles for even cooking.

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