Busy schedules don’t always leave time for complicated cooking. That’s where a versatile countertop appliance can really shine. The De'Longhi MultiFry combines air frying, roasting, baking and multi-cooking functions in one compact design, making it ideal for quick, everyday meals without sacrificing flavour.
If you’re wondering what you can realistically cook in it day-to-day, here are five easy, family-friendly meals that work beautifully.
Crispy Chicken & Roast Veg Tray
A simple tray-style dinner is one of the easiest ways to use your MultiFry.
How to make it:
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Toss chicken thighs or breasts in olive oil, paprika, garlic and herbs.
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Add chopped carrots, peppers, courgettes or baby potatoes.
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Cook until the chicken is golden and the vegetables are tender.
The circulating hot air helps crisp the outside while keeping the inside juicy, giving you that oven-roasted texture in less time.
Homemade Chips & Burgers
Perfect for a Friday night fake away, this is a reliable go-to meal.
Chips:
Slice potatoes into fries or wedges, lightly coat with oil and seasoning, and cook until crisp.
Burgers:
Beef, chicken, or plant-based patties cook evenly and develop a satisfying outer crust without needing a grill pan.
Serve in toasted buns with salad and your favourite sauces for an easy crowd-pleaser.
Creamy Risotto
The MultiFry isn’t just for crisping, it can handle comforting one-pot dishes too.
Using its multi-cook function, you can sauté onions and garlic, stir in arborio rice, add stock gradually and let it cook to creamy perfection. Mushroom, chicken and spinach, or roasted vegetable risotto all work well.
It’s ideal for evenings when you want something warming without standing over the hob.
Salmon with Lemon & Greens
For a lighter weekday dinner, salmon cooks beautifully in the MultiFry.
Place seasoned fillets in the basket, add lemon slices and cook until the skin crisps and the centre flakes easily. Pair with green beans, asparagus, or a quick couscous salad.
It’s quick, nutritious and feels far more impressive than the effort required.
Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are ideal for batch cooking or midweek dinners.
Fill halved peppers with:
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Minced beef and rice
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Spiced chicken and vegetables
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Quinoa, black beans and feta for a vegetarian option
Cook until the peppers soften and the filling is heated through with a lightly golden top.
The beauty of the De'Longhi MultiFry is its flexibility. It can crisp like an air fryer, cook like a small oven, and handle one-pot dishes, all without heating up your entire kitchen.
Whether you’re preparing a quick solo dinner or feeding the family, these everyday meals show how one appliance can cover a wide range of cooking styles. With a little experimentation, you’ll likely find it becomes one of the most-used tools in your kitchen.