As a food blogger, it's literally my job to stay up on all of the new kitchen gadgets! But, I don't buy them all. A girl only has so much cabinet space, you know?
After a few months of reading one rave review after another, I finally caved and bought an air fryer. I love crispy, salty food, and the air fryer gives me just that, without deep fat frying!
Air fryers are cool because they give you those crispy foods you love at a fraction of the calories and fat. Instead of deep fat frying, the Air Fryer circulates hot air around the food, crisping it to perfection.
When Amazon delivered my air fryer, I was so excited to test it out. I did the basics in it; fries, sweet potato fries, chicken fingers for my son. I was impressed! Everything was super crispy. Definitely better than baking. But as the months rolled on, I got more adventurous!
Some of my favorite easy air fryer recipes are included below, from Eggplant Parmesan and Buffalo Chicken Taquitos to Tandoori Chicken. Happy cooking, and keep it crispy!
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
I love chicken thighs because they're so inexpensive! This recipe gives you crispy, well-seasoned skin and super juicy meat. Air fryer perfection! Try the recipe at Blackberry Babe.
Air Fryer Pork Chops
These juicy pork chops are quickly seasoned with spices already in your pantry and then cooked in the air fryer, from start to finish in just 12 or 13 minutes! Add your family’s favorite vegetables for a great one-pot weeknight meal! Try the recipe at Bless Her Heart Y'all.
(PS- Once you've mastered these, try these awesome Air Fryer Honey Garlic Pork Chops from Everyday Family Cooking.)
Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
You can make this Tandoori Chicken recipe in your air fryer with just a yogurt-based marinade. It’s a flavor-packed keto, low carb chicken recipe that is super easy to make and tastes like authentic tandoori chicken! Grab the recipe from Two Sleevers.
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Making chicken wings in the Air Fryer is super simple and Garlic Parmesan Wings are high on the list of my favorite things. The combo of garlic, butter, parsley, and parmesan makes a finger-licking good wing sauce! Grab the recipe from Dr. Davinah's eats.
Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan can get a little soggy, but there's absolutely no fear of that when you make it in the air fryer! Try this recipe from Cadry's Kitchen, which is vegan. If you aren't following a vegan diet, feel free to substitute for your usual dairy products!
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
These quick and easy Healthy Buffalo Chicken Taquitos can be made gluten-free and Weight Watchers friendly. And, they're delicious for dinner or as a game day appetizer (Go CHIEFS!) Grab the recipe from Confessions of a Fit Foodie.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
These are my absolute favorite thing to make in the air fryer! Perfectly crispy, super nutritious sweet potato fries, served with a yummy dipping sauce. Find the recipe at Blackberry Babe.