My 12 favorite air fryer recipes

My air fryer has completely changed the way I cook, and I’ve some recipes I just can’t stop making. They’re easy, reliable, and always come out perfectly crisp and delicious.

These are my favorite air fryer recipes, and I’m pretty sure they’ll become yours, too. They’re the kind of dishes you’ll want to make again and again.

1. Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Chicken tenders with fries and ketchup on a tray. — Photo Credit: Amanda’s Cookin’

These breaded tenders cook fast with a golden, crunchy coating that rivals anything fried. I’ve tried making chicken tenders in my air fryer using other recipes, but this one is the best.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

2. Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Egg rolls served on a plate with dipping sauce. — Photo Credit: Made in a Pinch

Wonton wrappers turn wonderfully crunchy in the air fryer, perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces. This recipe is always a winner in my house, and my family loved these egg rolls.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Egg Rolls

3. Air Fryer Potato Skins

Potato skins loaded with cheese and bacon in an air fryer basket. — Photo Credit: I Heart Naptime

Loaded with cheese and bacon, these are perfect for game day or any day of the week. Everyone can customize these with their favorite toppings. My husband put a little bit of buffalo sauce on these when I made them, yum!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Potato Skins

4. Beef Taquitos

Beef taquitos on a plate. — Photo Credit: Mamas on a Budget

Rolled corn tortillas filled with seasoned shredded beef turn crunchy in the air fryer. This is my go-to air fryer taquito recipe because it only requires two ingredients, so they’re super easy to make.

Get the Recipe: Beef Taquitos

5. Air Fryer Short Ribs

Air fryer short ribs on a wooden board. — Photo Credit: xoxoBella

Seasoned with herbs, these short ribs come out so tender. These can be served as an appetizer, but I made enough for dinner and they were so tasty.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Short Ribs

5. Air Fryer Nutella Pop-Tarts

Air fryer Nutella Pop-Tarts on a plate. — Photo Credit: Mamas on a Budget

Store-bought pie crust becomes golden, flaky breakfast pastries filled with Nutella. If you love Pop-Tarts, these homemade ones are even better.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Nutella Pop-Tarts

7. Corn Ribs

Corn ribs on a plate. — Photo Credit: Simply Stacie

A creative take on Mexican street corn, these corn ribs are made with Tajin, lime juice, and crumbled cotija cheese. Bring these to a BBQ or party, and your friends and family will be asking you for the recipe.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Corn Ribs

8. BBQ Chicken Wings

BBQ chicken wings on a wooden board with dipping sauce. — Photo Credit: She’s Not Cookin’

The homemade spice blend on these wings, along with the barbecue sauce adds so much flavor. My family said these were the best wings I’ve ever made.

Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Wings

9. Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries in an air fryer basket. — Photo Credit: The Slow Roasted Italian

Sweet and salty with a hint of paprika, these fries get golden edges without needing much oil. My favorite way to eat these is dipping them in Thai sweet chili sauce, but ketchup is always good too.

Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fries

10. Air Fryer Garlic Bread

Air fryer garlic bread on a wooden board. — Photo Credit: xoxoBella

A homemade garlic butter with parmesan and parsley transforms French bread into something delicious. The air fryer gives you that perfect golden exterior with a soft, buttery inside in a fraction of the time.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Bread