Weeknight dinners don’t need to be complicated, especially when you’ve got an air fryer on hand. This collection of 19 air fryer recipes makes it easy to get a satisfying meal on the table with minimal prep and cleanup. Whether you’re short on time or just not in the mood to fuss over the stove, these recipes are built to keep things simple without sacrificing flavor.
Air Fryer Sweet & Sour Chicken
Air Fryer Sweet & Sour Chicken offers a convenient and quick way to enjoy a takeout favorite right at home, with less oil and all the deliciousness. This classic dish can be made in your air fryer and results in crisp and juicy chicken, tossed in a tangy homemade sweet and sour sauce. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Mongolian Beef
This dish brings together tender slices of beef in a rich, savory sauce, all without the need for deep frying. If you’re craving the bold flavors of your favorite Asian restaurant, this air fryer Mongolian beef will satisfy your taste buds while keeping things simple and healthier. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli Caesar Salad
This Broccoli Caesar Salad has all the flavors and delights of a traditional Caesar, only with roasted broccoli. We roast the broccoli in the air fryer to save time. It’s a great way to make a side dish in just minutes, but you can also use that broccoli to make a salad, like this one! Get the recipe
Air Fryer Crunch Wraps
These Air Fryer Crunch Wraps are a homemade version of the beloved Taco Bell favorite. Enjoy layers of crispy tortilla and taco seasoned ground beef, all wrapped up in a convenient package that’s perfect for munching. Get the recipe
Homemade Air Fryer Chicken Flautas
Homemade Air Fryer Flautas are made with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese rolled in a flour tortilla and fried to perfection in the air fryer. The air fryer crisps up flautas so perfectly, and with very little oil. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Katsu
Air Fryer Chicken Katsu is tender chicken breasts coated in a golden panko crust, air-fried to perfection, and served with tonkatsu sauce and shredded cabbage over a bed of fluffy rice. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Street Corn Fried Chicken Tacos
Street Corn Fried Chicken Tacos feature crispy air-fried chicken tenderloins paired with creamy street corn, wrapped in warm tortillas, and served with cotija cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
Sesame Chicken brings the flavors of your favorite takeout dish right to your kitchen. This healthier version of a classic is crispy, flavorful, and coated in a delicious sesame sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal, this recipe delivers all the taste with less oil and mess. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken
Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken is marinated and coated in a cornstarch mixture to give it maximum crunch in the air fryer before being coated in a sweet and spicy Korean sauce. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Hamburgers
Of course you can cook burgers in the air fryer! Why do it any other way? Frying it makes a mess on the stove and sometimes it’s just not convenient to put them on the grill. This is a super fast way to make burgers that are crispy and juicy. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp
Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp turns out perfectly crispy and delicious in just 6 minutes. You can use frozen breaded shrimp or you can bread your own quickly with some egg and breadcrumbs. Both versions turn out great. Get the recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
This Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu is made with chicken breast that is stuffed with ham and cheese, breaded, and then air fried until golden brown. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Brats
Cooking brats in the air fryer is an easy method that always leads to crispy and juicy brats. You can cook them from frozen or thawed, so it requires very little time and effort. Cooking for a crowd, that’s no problem. You can put as many brats in your fryer as you can fit! Get the recipe
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is one of my favorite things to make for dinner because it’s done so quickly in the air fryer. I often use frozen breaded shrimp, so all you have to do is toss it in and turn it on! It’s simple to make and full of flavor with a spicy sweet copycat bang bang sauce. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Skirt Steak
Air Fryer Skirt Steak is a simple steak to make in the air fryer because it’s a thin cut that can easily get a bit of sear on the top while remaining juicy and warm in the center. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Tilapia
This Air Fryer Tilapia is a great way to get crispy fried fish without all the oil and grease of deep frying. The crunchy exterior gets golden brown in the air fryer in just 15 minutes. Get the recipe
Easy Air Fryer Ribs
Baby Back Ribs are one of those things you might not think about putting in the air fryer because they often need a lot of time to cook and get tender, but I’ve had great success putting them in the air fryer. It takes about 30 minutes and you’ll be surprised how well they turn out, with tender meat and perfect crispy edges. Get the recipe
Air Fryer Steak Tips
Air Fryer Steak Tips is a great dish you can make in minutes with just steak, garlic butter, and a little bit of seasoning. Cooked at high heat in the air fryer, they come out packed with flavor. Get the recipe
Easy Air Fryer Whole Chicken Recipe
Did you know you can cook a whole chicken in the Air Fryer? Not only is it one of the easiest ways to make a chicken, it comes out with crispy skin and the juiciest chicken. Get the recipe
Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.