When you are short on time and don't have too many ingredients in your pantry, these air fryer recipes come to the rescue. These recipes keep it simple-just six ingredients or less-but still deliver on flavor, texture, and satisfaction. Whether you're in the mood for something crispy, protein-packed, or just a solid snack, this list has you covered.
Teriyaki Salmon
All you need is salmon fillets and teriyaki sauce-let the air fryer do the rest. The glaze gets sticky and caramelized, while the fish stays flaky and tender. Add some sesame seeds or green onions if you're feeling fancy.
Get the recipe: Teriyaki Salmon
Corn on the Cob
No boiling, no grilling-just toss your corn in the air fryer with a little butter, salt, and pepper. It gets perfectly roasted and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Get the recipe: Corn on the Cob
Roasted Peanuts
Throw raw peanuts in the air fryer with a bit of oil and your seasoning of choice (salt, chili powder or pepper). You'll have a crunchy, addictive snack in minutes.
Get the recipe: Roasted Peanuts
Jerk Chicken Wings
Rub chicken wings with jerk seasoning and air fry until crispy outside and juicy inside. It's spicy, smoky, and ridiculously easy.
Get the recipe: Jerk Chicken Wings
Poached Eggs
Yes, you can make poached eggs in an air fryer! Just crack into a ramekin with a little water and cook until the whites are set. Great for toast or grain bowls.
Get the recipe: Poached Eggs
Fried Eggs
Skip the frying pan-your air fryer can make a perfect sunny-side-up egg. Add a bit of oil to a small dish, crack in the egg, and air fry until the white is just set.
Get the recipe: Fried Eggs
Roasted Chickpeas
Crispy, salty, and protein-packed. Toss canned chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and your go-to spices (cumin, paprika, or garlic powder work great).
Get the recipe: Roasted Chickpeas
Baked Potatoes
The air fryer gives you that crispy skin and fluffy inside without heating up your whole kitchen. Just poke a few holes, rub with oil and salt, and air fry away.
Get the recipe: Baked Potatoes
Garlic Mushrooms
Mushrooms + garlic + a drizzle of oil = an earthy, savory side dish that tastes way more indulgent than it is. They cook down perfectly in the air fryer without getting soggy.
Get the recipe: Garlic Mushrooms
Beet Chips
Thinly sliced beets turn into crispy chips with just a bit of oil and salt. You can also add a sprinkle of cumin or chili powder if you like a little kick.
Get the recipe: Beet Chips
Roasted Zucchini
Slice, season, and roast-zucchini is one of the easiest veggies to air fry. It turns golden around the edges and is great on its own or as a side.
Get the recipe: Roasted Zucchini
Leave a Reply