This beginner's guide to healthy air fryer dinner recipes is great for busy nights or trying something new at home. With an air fryer, cooking healthy meals is easy and mess-free. Meals come together quickly using simple ingredients, requiring less oil and effort while still being crisp and delicious.
Air Fryer Arancini
Air Fryer Arancini is a simple and delicious way to enjoy crispy risotto balls filled with gooey mozzarella—without the need for deep frying. These Italian-inspired bites have a crunchy exterior, a creamy, cheesy center, and are full of flavor. They’re budget-friendly, easy to prepare, and an excellent way to repurpose leftover risotto.
To learn more: Air Fryer Arancini (Risotto Balls)
Mini Sausage Rolls
These homemade Air Fryer Mini Sausage Rolls are made with flaky, golden puff pastry wrapped around flavorful sausage meat. They are quick and effortless to make and are perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or as a simple snack.
Serve them warm with homemade Tartar Sauce on the side, or enjoy them at room temperature or straight from the fridge as a late-night snack.
To learn more: Air Fryer Mini Sausage Rolls
Air Fryer Fish and Chips
Fish and chips are my all-time favorite comfort food but I find the traditional deep-fried ones heavy and oily. My air fryer version is perfect for making crispy fish and twice-cooked chips with far less oil.
To learn more: Air Fryer Fish and Chips
Onion Bhajis
Air Fryer Vegan Onion Pakora, also known as Onion Bhajis, is a delicious Indian snack made with simple ingredients such as thinly sliced onions, gram flour, coriander leaves, and a few spices. They have a crisp texture and a rich, spiced flavor. They are incredibly easy to make at home and taste better than store-bought options.
To learn more: Air Fryer Vegan Onion Pakora (Bhajis)
Air Fryer Rib Eye Steak
This perfectly cooked, juicy Air Fryer Rib-Eye Steak is ready in just 10 minutes with only three simple ingredients and a few easy steps! Serve it along with Easy Air Fryer Asparagus for the best weeknight family meal.
To learn more: Air Fryer Rib-Eye Steak
Air Fryer Lamb Rib Chops
This super easy Air Fryer Lamb Rib Chops recipe is quick to make and guarantees tender, juicy, and flavorful lamb with a crispy, golden fat cap every time. Perfect for weeknights when you want a tasty dinner without the hassle.
To learn more: Easy Air Fryer Lamb Rib Chops
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are one of my favorite cuts of chicken to cook in my air fryer. Whether I’m in a rush or just looking for a no-fuss dinner option, air frying these chicken thighs always gives me juicy, flavorful meat with minimal effort. Plus, I use less oil, making it a healthier option compared to traditional roasting, while still achieving that perfect golden crisp.
To learn more: Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Twice Baked Potatoes
Air Fryer Twice-Baked Potatoes are a classic comfort food and a must-make side dish for any meal, any time of year. They are extra crispy on the outside and creamy and cheesy on the inside – perfect for entertaining. Whether you’re serving these loaded twice-baked potatoes as a side dish, a snack, or as a main course, they’re always a big hit.
To learn more: Air Fryer Twice-Baked Potatoes
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast
If you want to make super flavorful, tender, and juicy chicken breast in your air fryer, this recipe is all you need. This awesome kitchen gadget not only cooks your chicken quickly but also makes sure it’s perfect every time.
To learn more: Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe
Air Fryer Burgers
These juicy and delicious Air Fryer Burgers are incredibly easy to prepare, cooked to perfection, and ready in just 20 minutes.
They’re ideal for sudden hamburger cravings when the weather doesn’t permit outdoor grilling or if you don’t have access to a grill.
To learn more: Juicy Air Fryer Burgers
Chicken Shish Kebabs
Air Fryer Chicken Skewers, also known as Shish Kebabs, are a fantastic way to bring the joy of grilling into your kitchen with minimal fuss. They’re quick to prepare, cook evenly, and deliver that delicious, slightly charred taste we all love. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, these skewers will become a favorite in no time.
To learn more: Air Fryer Chicken Skewers – Shish Kebabs
Teriyaki Salmon Bites
Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Bites are the perfect way to enjoy a healthy family meal on a hectic weeknight dinner. Bite-sized pieces of salmon are marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce and then cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
This foolproof recipe will give you the most delicious salmon bites that are perfect for any occasion.
To learn more: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Bites
Air Fryer Chicken Patties
These deliciously juicy Air Fryer Chicken Patties are effortless to make and ready in just 20 minutes—a perfect solution for weeknight dinners!
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Air Fryer Meatballs
Whether you make them with lamb or beef, these homemade Air Fryer Meatballs have a moist and juicy interior and a perfectly crispy exterior.
They’re ready in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for a quick weeknight meal when you crave something delicious on the table in under half an hour!
To learn more: Air Fryer Meatballs (Lamb or Beef)
Whole Roast Chicken
This Air Fryer whole roast chicken is full of flavor, crispy skin, and juicy meat. So easy to make with just a few ingredients and cooks in under an hour. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, small gathering, or relaxed Sunday lunch.
To learn more: Whole Chicken in Air Fryer with Crispy Skin
Air Fryer Marinated Salmon
Ready in just 20 minutes, this Air Fryer Marinated Salmon Recipe is ideal for a quick lunch or a healthy weeknight meal!
Cooking salmon fillets in the air fryer is incredibly easy, and they come out perfectly cooked every time.
To learn more: Air Fryer Marinated Salmon Recipe
Air Fryer Fish Fingers
These homemade Air Fryer Fish Sticks (or Fish Fingers) are exceptionally crispy, delightfully flavorful, and remarkably simple to prepare from scratch.
Serve them alongside homemade Tartar Sauce With Capers and Easy Asparagus in Air Fryer for a delightful weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
To learn more: Air Fryer Fish Sticks (From Scratch)
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