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These 9 Recipes Will Help You Remember Why You Bought An Air Fryer in the First Place

ByLeah Ingram
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Was your air fryer a pandemic purchase that you never got around to using? Me, too. So, if like me, you have an air fryer sitting in a box or maybe on your counter, it’s time to put it to good use. These 9 recipes will help you remember why you bought an air fryer in the first place. And, trust me: once you start using it, you’ll fall in love with this versatile kitchen appliance.

Cooked chicken strips mixed with bell peppers and onions on a tray, seasoned for delicious air fryer chicken fajitas and ready to serve.
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas. Photo Credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Bacon in the Air Fryer

A pair of tongs holding a slice of crispy cooked bacon above several slices of bacon in an air fryer basket.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Once you discover how easy it is to cook bacon in the air fryer, you won’t ever go back to microwaving or frying it in a pan again. It is neater, faster and creates the perfect crispy bacon.
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Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

A close-up of cooked chicken drumsticks seasoned with spices, one partially eaten to reveal the white meat inside.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

You can get the taste of fried chicken without oil or the mess when you make these chicken drumsticks in the air fryer. Prep and cooking time is 30 minutes.
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Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks

Sliced medium-rare steak seasoned with pepper and served with a slice of lemon on parchment paper.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

One of the reasons we love the idea of cooking ribeye steak in the air fryer is how fast you can get it done. With only four ingredients, plus the steak, prep time is about 10 minutes.
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Copycat Supermarket Chicken Rotisserie

A golden-brown whole chicken in a black air fryer basket against a white background.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This recipe for how to cook a whole chicken in an air fryer will change your mind about supermarket rotisserie chicken forever. It is far cheaper and much more delicious. Use leftovers in tomorrow’s chicken dinner.
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Barbecue Sauce Chicken Drumsticks in Air Fryer

Close-up of barbecue chicken drumsticks in the air fryer, glazed with a glossy, dark red sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs, served on a piece of white parchment paper.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

There are a couple of reasons you’re going to love learning about how to make barbecue drumsticks in the air fryer. Besides being fast and easy, it is much neater than cooking them on the grill.
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Steak in the Air Fryer

Close-up of two slices of medium-rare steak on a black plate, with a fork and a lemon wedge in the background.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Using your air fryer to cook steak is a great option when you want a grilled flavor without having to fire up the grill. Bonus: you can control the doneness so you get the right cook you want.
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Chicken Wings. Photo Credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

The process for making these Air Fryer Chicken Wings is so simple. It has very few ingredients, takes very little time to cook and you end up with delicious, crispy chicken wings. Remember this recipe when the Super Bowl rolls around next year.
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Homemade French Fries in the Air Fryer

Golden-brown potato wedges on parchment paper, with a small dish of ketchup in the background.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

If you’ve got russet or Yukon gold potatoes on hand, don’t just make baked potatoes. Instead, try this recipe for Homemade French Fries in the Air Fryer. They’re guaranteed to be delicious and fast to make.
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Easy Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer Recipe

Close-up of a pile of seasoned sweet potato fries garnished with small green herbs, served on a white plate—perfect for celebrating National French Fry Day.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

The beauty of this recipe for sweet potato fries in the air fryer is the fact that it has but four ingredients. So, it’s simple to shop for and even easier to make. The end result tastes like the best fries you’ve ever had.
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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Close-up of a colorful air fryer chicken fajita dish featuring seasoned chicken pieces, red and yellow bell peppers, and onions.
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas. Photo Credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

If you’ve ever gone out for Mexican food and ordered fajitas, you can smell them on the way to your table before they even arrive. This recipe for air fryer chicken fajitas provides the same olfactory and taste buds experience. Plus, it’s fast and easy for a busy night dinner.
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Salmon in the Air Fryer

A person's hand holding a fork with a piece of cooked salmon, with more salmon on a plate garnished with parsley and lemon slices in the background.
Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

One of the beauties of cooking salmon or any seafood in the air fryer is that it is pretty difficult to do it wrong. Many air fryers have a seafood setting that you can select, so your salmon comes out perfectly. It’s the perfect protein to pair with dill.
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Using Aluminum Foil in the Air Fryer

An open air fryer containing a bulb of roasted garlic wrapped in aluminum foil.
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There are a few things to consider and know before putting that foil in the air fryer and hitting the on button. So, I put together this comprehensive guide to help you know the safe ways to use foil in an air fryer.
Read the article: How to Use Aluminum Foil in the Air Fryer

How to Clean an Air Fryer

A black, empty air fryer with an open basket is placed on a kitchen countertop next to a stove, ready for your next culinary adventure. If you're wondering how to clean an air fryer after use, simply remove the basket and wipe it down with warm soapy water for easy maintenance.
Photo Credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

The air fryer has transformed kitchen frying habits. However, like other kitchen appliances, you should clean it on a regular basis. Here’s how to do that.
Read the article: How to Clean an Air Fryer

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