If you haven't embraced the magic of an air fryer in your kitchen yet, now's the perfect time to do so, especially with Thanksgiving and the holiday season just around the corner! This kitchen wonder is incredibly user-friendly and will be a hit with the entire family. Luckily, I've handpicked a delightful assortment of air fryer recipes that are tailor-made for your holiday gatherings. Harness the power of the air fryer to create wholesome and scrumptious dishes, perfect for speedy weeknight dinners and festive feasts alike.
1. Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned and cooked to their optimal crispiness in the air fryer. They are perfect for weekly meal prep and taste great the next day. (keto, gluten free, whole30, paleo)
2. Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are crispy brussels sprouts perfection! This brussels sprouts recipe is ready in just 10 minutes.
3. Air Fryer Parsnip Fries
Try a different approach to fries and give this air fryer parsnip fries a whirl. Crispy outside, soft inside, and a delicious sweet, nutty flavour, air fryer parsnip fries are fantastic and a healthier side dish option.
4. Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes
These air fryer fingerling potatoes are really easy to make, with only about 5 minutes prep time and 6 total ingredients! And, they are satisfyingly crispy and beautifully browned - the perfect side dish for any meal!
5. Air Fryer Salmon
It doesn’t get much better than this easy air fryer salmon recipe! The salmon is sprinkled with a dry rub then cooked until tender, flakey and moist. All you need is 10 minutes to make this healthy, low calorie and Whole30-friendly meal!
6. Air Fryer Asparagus
Discover one of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare asparagus, and it only takes 6 minutes! Air fryer asparagus is the way to go in terms of flavor, texture, and speed!
7. BBQ Air Fryer Salmon Bites
BBQ salmon bites in the air fryer are a keeper! They're crispy, juicy, sweet-spicy, and ready in under 15 minutes.
8. Air Fryer Cauliflower and Roasted Chickpeas
Feeling a bit meh about cauliflower? Change your mind with this delicious Air Fryer Cauliflower and Roasted Chickpeas. Mingled with a sweet, nutty red pepper pesto, this hearty side dish will rock your vegetarian taste buds.
9. Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Making Air Fryer Zucchini Chips is an easy, healthy way to use up your garden zucchini! Lightly seasoned, crispy and simple.
10. Air Fryer Chicken Wings
These Air Fryer Chicken Wings are crispy, baked to perfection, and covered in a delicious savory buffalo sauce. It is guaranteed to have everyone licking their fingers. (gluten free)
11. Air Fryer Sticky Tofu
This sticky tofu is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a flavorful Asian-inspired marinade. It's the best sticky tofu you will ever have!
12. Air Fryer Salmon Teriyaki
This Air Fryer Salmon Teriyaki is the perfect quick and nutritious weeknight meal! Salmon is cooked to perfection in the air fryer and topped with a delicious sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Simple, flavorful, and healthy- and it can be made in under 20 minutes!
13. Air Fryer Keto Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Keto Chicken Tenders (Whole30 Paleo) – only 3 ingredients are needed to make these tasty “fried” chicken tenders. They’re super crunchy, kid friendly, and perfect for Keto and low carb diets.
14. Air Fryer Maple Salmon
Air Fryer Maple Salmon is simply glazing the salmon bits with maple syrup, some salt and up in the Air fryer! So simple! Enjoy it as well with some extra black sesame and scallions.
15. Easy Air Fryer Pears
These air fryer pears are deliciously sweet, lightly spiced and such a moreish sweet treat! Quick and easy to make, these vegan air fried pears come together in about 20 minutes with just a few ingredients.
16. Air Fryer Paleo Brownies
These Air Fryer Paleo Brownies are great for anyone who loves gooey brownies but prefers to bake a smaller batch. They’re made entirely with almond flour and are dairy-free. They’re super easy to make, and the air fryer makes it even easier.
17. Air Fryer Butternut Squash
Air Fryer Butternut Squash is an easy recipe with perfectly tender roasted cubes that uses no breading. This delish side pairs well with any dinner like chicken, pasta, or even soup! Bonus, it cooks much quicker than baking them in the oven.
18. Air Fryer Tofu in Orange Sauce
This Tofu in Orange Sauce from the Air Fryer tastes precisely like your preferred Chinese takeout! Drenched in a sticky, sweet orange sauce, tender on the inside, crunchy on the outside!
19. Air Fryer Rack of Lamb
This succulent and crazy delicious Air Fryer Rack of Lamb is a game changer! Make tender, medium rare lamb chops that melt in your mouth in less than 25 minutes!
20. Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe
This crispy air fryer coconut shrimp recipe is the ultimate gluten free party appetizer! Made using simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, these crunchy shrimp are bursting with coconut flavor.
21. Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops
This air fryer honey mustard pork chops recipe is one of the pork recipes you could ever make! This 30 minute meal is perfect after a busy day at work.
22. Air Fryer Portobello Mushrooms
Flavorsome and juicy, these air fryer portobello mushrooms makes a great easy main or side dish! This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free, easy to make and ready in 15 minutes.
23. Air-Fryer Asian BBQ Cauliflower Wings
This Asian BBQ Cauliflower Wing recipe will transport your taste buds halfway across the world. Bite-sized pieces of cauliflower smothered in a sticky, sweet and rich Korean BBQ sauce. Perfect for a party appetizer, side dish or just because!
24. Air Fryer Broccolini
Air fryer broccolini has the perfect texture. It has the nice char that you achieve from roasted broccolini, but it is crisper in texture in the stalk.
25. Air Fryer Egg Fried Rice
This air fryer egg fried rice is a tasty meal that is simple and quick to cook in the air fryer in just 33 minutes. It’s ideal for serving with your favorite Chinese dishes like Chicken Manchurian or Shashlik.
26. Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops
Whether you’re making dinner for the family or entertaining guests, these air fryer boneless pork chops with a parmesan crust make for a truly delicious and memorable meal! The air fryer does most of the work, too!
27. Air-Fryer Salmon Croquettes
Air-Fryer Salmon Croquettes using canned or leftover salmon and made into delicious crispy salmon patties filled with fresh veggies, dill and lemon. It is an excellent choice for a lunch or light weeknight meal!
28. Air Fryer Fiesta Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Air fryer fiesta chicken stuffed poblano peppers, or Mexican chicken stuffed peppers, offer a true south of the border flavour. Chicken is flavoured with cumin, salt, pepper, and margarita mix and the recipe also includes poblanos, pico de gallo, sour cream, and cotija cheese.
29. Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
Easy Air Fryer BBQ chicken breast recipe that you can make in just 20 minutes without any complicated marinades. You can serve it as is, near a salad, fresh or baked vegetables. This recipe is one of the easiest ways to cook a juicy and delicious chicken breast in barbecue sauce.
30. Paleo Air Fryer Cookies
These paleo air fryer cookies have the perfect taste and texture, just like traditional chocolate chip cookies! And the best part is that it's vegan and gluten free.
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Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food and travel writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find delicious recipes and fun travel ideas.
