Instant Pots may be all the rage right now, but there’s another kitchen tool we’re obsessed with, and it makes eating healthy SO much easier. The beloved air fryer lets you make fries, duh, without all the oil, but it can be used for so much more. Here are some of the most incredible things you can make in one, from mains to sides to desserts and snacks. To check out our full review, be sure to watch Delish’s Air Fryer video.
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
No oil, no problem!
Bacon Wrapped Avocado
Perfectly crispy bacon – just the way it should be.
Antipasto Egg Rolls
We are always craving egg rolls.
Cauliflower Tots
Perfectly crispy and wonderfully low-carb. The dream!
Cheesy Beef Empanadas
Perfectly flaky and golden crust and it’s done in no time!
Homemade Cannoli
We could hardly believe it either! A homemade cannoli in the air fryer is the ultimate move.
Twice Baked Potatoes
The air fryer is the secret to perfectly crispy skin. And it takes less time than baking!
Air Fryer Steak
Way better than off the grill.
Air Fryer Brownies
We’re diving in spoon first.
Air Fryer Spicy Chicken Taquitos
They’re so good baked, but even better in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Pizza
Pizza night just got a whole lot easier. You’re welcome.
Air Fryer Donuts
The more sprinkles, the better.
Air Fryer Salmon
For the fastest meal ever, turn to your air fryer—it’s a pro at prepping salmon.
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Chips
That garlic parmesan dip is E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G.
Air Fryer Cheeseburger
One air fryer cheeseburger and there’s no going back.
Air Fryer Bloomin’ Onion
The Outback secret sauce is essential.
Air Fryer Potatoes
One of our fav air fryer recipes to date. And that’s saying a lot.
Air Fryer Fish
Same crunch as the classic, but way easier to cook.
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Tender, crispy, and made without a drop of oil. MAGIC.
Air Fryer Pork Chops
That parmesan coating gives it an extra oomph.
Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken
It’s juicy and not dry at all!
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
When *aren’t* mozz sticks the move???
Air Fryer Garlic Herb Turkey Breast
Pro tip: Air fryers make juicy, buttery turkey breast perfectly every time.
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
You’ll lose your mind over the sticky glaze.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips
Munching on these all season.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
These are way crispier (and faster) than oven-baked sweet potato fries.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
The buttermilk marinade makes the chicken SO tender.
Crispy Air Fryer Bacon
Can you smell it from here?
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
Is there really anything better though than homemade cinnamon rolls?
Parmesan “Fried” Tortellini
This is the Italian snack of your dreams.
