An air fryer is a busy woman’s best friend in the sense that it functions as an oven, toaster, and grill all in one. Another good thing about an air fryer is that it gives the same results as frying food in oil (crispy, juicy, and tasty) without the greasy, fatty taste. Aside from that, an air fryer may be used to cook and prepare almost anything. It’s great for reheating frozen meals, but it’s also fantastic for making chicken wings, potato chips, doughnuts, and extra-crisp cookies!
So, if you are someone who is always in a rush and on a budget, I have here 15 cheap air fryer recipes you will love!
See also Healthy Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes.
15. Air Fryer Tofu
This air fryer tofu recipe is extra crispy and full of flavor using just a handful of ingredients. Making tofu in the air fryer will be your new favorite method once you try this easy recipe. Much healthier and lower in fat than traditional frying with all the tasty benefits!
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14. Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket with Bagel Seasoning
These easy Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket are the tastiest appetizer, lunch box treat, or game day snack. They’re made with only four ingredients and cooked in just six minutes, so they’re simple to make and always a crowd pleaser!
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13. Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
Air fryer pizza rolls cook up perfectly, in just 10 minutes! Either air fried or oven baked, these delicious pizza pockets are made from scratch with an easy homemade dough – crunchy on the outside with a steamy, fluffy centre. Filled to the brim with cheese and your favourite toppings, they are the perfect comfort food and easier than you think!
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12. Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts
Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts are perfectly seasoned and come out tender and juicy every time. Using the Air Fryer to cook frozen chicken breasts is so easy, cuts down on cooking time and makes a perfect main dish or delicious chicken for adding to quesadillas, pastas and so much more.
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11. Air Fryer Zucchini (Low Carb, Whole30)
This Air Fryer Zucchini and onions recipe is the best ever side dish, made in a snap with delicious Italian seasoning, less oil, and no breading! When you cook zucchini in the air fryer, it’ll be perfectly cooked and absolutely wonderful!
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10. Air Fryer Fish Cakes
This Air Fryer Fish Cakes recipe is easy and delicious. Classic potato and fish patties made with crab and cooked to a golden brown.
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9. Air Fryer Chicken And Potatoes Dinner
Want a delicious and super quick Air Fry Chicken dinner the whole family will love? Then whip up this tasty hearty and filling Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes dinner made from pantry staples.
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8. {Crispy Breaded} Air Fryer Pork Chops
These easy air fryer pork chops have a perfectly crispy exterior, tender inside, and are cooked so quickly. Pair them with your favorite side dish and you have a wonderful 20 minute meal for any weeknight.
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7. Air Fryer Oreos: 3 Ingredient Fair Favorite
So we may be skipping our state and local fairs this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring the fair home to you! These fair favorite Deep Fried Oreos are the perfect treat and they can be made in your Air Fryer at home, with only 3 ingredients!
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6. Air Fryer Pop-Tarts : Homemade Breakfast Pastry
Yes, I know this is a dessert site, but sometimes my breakfast and desserts cross their own lines. I love sugar breakfasts…pancakes with Nutella, fruity French toast, and these delicious air fryer pop tarts!
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5. Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are seasoned to perfection with beautiful crispy skin. Ready in less than 30 minutes!
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These Air Fryer Potato Wedges are the perfect recipe for crispy, well-seasoned potato wedges!
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3. Air Fryer Pineapple Cream Cheese Wontons
Air fryer pineapple cream cheese wontons make the perfect appetizer. Low in calories and high in flavor.
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2. Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets 7 Ways
Today I have seven air fryer chicken nuggets recipes for you that are super easy to make, high protein, and perfect for meal prep. Only one of the recipes requires a quick marinade. The rest go straight in the air fryer and take about 20-25 minutes from start to finish.
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1. Air Fryer Homemade Fries
These air fryer homemade fries cuts back on calories since they are cooked in the air fryer. Same great taste and crispness, and a healthy alternative to deep frying.
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15 Healthy and Cheap Air Fryer Ideas
An air fryer is a busy woman's best friend in the sense that it functions as an oven, toaster, and grill all in one. Another good thing about an air fryer is that it gives the same results as frying food in oil (crispy, juicy, and tasty) without the greasy, fatty taste. Aside from that, an air fryer may be used to cook and prepare almost anything. It's great for reheating frozen meals, but it's also fantastic for making chicken wings, potato chips, doughnuts, and extra-crisp cookies!
Ingredients
- Air Fryer Tofu
- Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket with Bagel Seasoning
- Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts
Instructions
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What a great collection of air fryer recipes. I will be giving a few of these a try. Love the sound of the fish cakes.