🍟 7 Easy Air Fryer Recipes You’ll Actually Want to Make Every Week

If you’ve joined the air fryer revolution, you already know the hype is real - crispy, golden food with less oil and faster cooking time. Whether you’re a busy parent, a student, or just someone who hates washing pans, the air fryer is your new kitchen best friend.

Here are seven air fryer recipes you’ll love - each quick, delicious, and perfect for everyday meals.

 

🥔 Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges

Ingredients:

• 3 medium potatoes (cut into wedges)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss wedges in oil and seasoning.

2. Air fry at 200°C for 20 minutes, shaking halfway through.

3. Serve with ketchup or homemade aioli.

Pro tip: Soak potatoes in cold water for 10 minutes before air frying, they’ll come out extra crispy.

🍗 Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Ingredients:

• 500g chicken breast strips

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 egg (beaten)

• ½ tsp salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Dip chicken in egg, then breadcrumbs.

2. Air fry at 190°C for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway.

3. Serve with honey mustard or BBQ sauce.

Optional: Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.

🧀 Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 10 large mushrooms

• 3 tbsp cream cheese

• 2 tbsp grated cheddar

• 1 tsp herbs

Instructions:

1. Mix cheese and herbs; stuff mushrooms.

2. Air fry at 180°C for 8-10 minutes.

3. Top with breadcrumbs for extra crunch.

🥦 Air Fryer Veggie Medley

A healthy side in minutes, crispy yet tender vegetables.

Ingredients:

• Mixed veggies (cauliflower, peppers, onions, courgettes)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt, pepper, and garlic powder (any other optional seasonings) 

Instructions:

1. Toss veggies in oil and seasoning.

2. Air fry at 200°C for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.

🐟 Lemon Garlic Salmon

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• Garlic powder, salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Brush salmon with oil and seasoning.

2. Air fry at 190°C for 10 minutes.

3. Garnish with fresh parsley.

🍩 Air Fryer Mini Donuts

Ingredients:

• Ready-made biscuit dough or puff pastry

• Melted butter

• Cinnamon sugar

Instructions:

1. Cut dough into small rings.

2. Air fry at 180°C for 5 minutes.

3. Brush with butter and roll in cinnamon sugar.

 

🧆 Air Fryer Falafel Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas (drained)

• 1 clove garlic

• 1 tbsp parsley

• ½ tsp cumin

• 1 tbsp flour

Instructions:

1. Blend ingredients; form small balls.

2. Air fry at 190°C for 12 minutes.

3. Serve with tahini or Greek yogurt dip.

An air fryer can transform the way you cook, faster meals, less oil, and easier clean-up. From crispy potatoes to healthy falafel, there’s no shortage of ways to make weeknight dinners effortless.