Looking for the best frozen foods are to make in an air fryer? Check out this collection of recipes featuring frozen foods that you will love:
The air fryer has become a game changer in the kitchen in so many ways. I may be biased but I think it is the best kitchen appliance for cooking so many of my favorite foods.
In my opinion, air frying allows you to achieve better results than deep frying with little oil added.
Tips on using the Air Fryer
- Can you put frozen food in an air fryer? – Yes, Air Fryers are so versatile that you can pop them right into the machine (unless the frozen package specifies any thawing instructions).
- Can you put aluminum foil or parchment paper in an air fryer? – Yes! However, be sure to weigh the foil down so it’s not getting blown around in the basket. Check out some other good tips here like wrapping the food tightly or using pie weights. If you are using parchment paper, add the paper to the basket while you add your ingredients as it will help weigh the paper down in the basket.
- Do you need oil with an air fryer for frozen food? – While it is not necessary to use oil, i find that a light coating of oil can help give a golden crispier texture to the foods and helps remove the food without much stickiness. You can use healthy fat oils such as olive oil or avocado oil to spruce up your food.
- Do you need to preheat air fryer for frozen food? Preheating for a couple of minutes is an excellent strategy before you pop in your frozen food. It will help with cooking evenly and give you a crunchier texture. Just remember to space out your food in the air fryer – cluttering is never a good idea in the basket!
Best Air Fryer Frozen Foods
Skip the toaster and try making your favorite frozen waffles in the air fryer instead! In just three minutes, you’ll have a waffle cooked to perfection.
Whether it’s a Beyond Burger, Impossible Burger, or a regular beef patty, the air fryer is the way to go when you’re craving a juicy burger that’s easy to make from frozen in minutes.
If you’re in the mood for veggie-based burgers, the air fryer is a great way to cook them up! Personally, black bean burgers are my fave, but any variety will work.
If you’ve never had toasted ravioli before, you’re in for a treat! This tasty appetizer is perfect for serving at parties with some marinara sauce for dipping on the side.
Air fryer pizza rolls are perfect for a quick snack that’s ready in just minutes! No more waiting for the oven to preheat and no more soggy microwaved pizza rolls! They come out with a perfectly crispy crust on the outside and cheesy on the inside. Enjoy these bite-sized pizza rolls alone or with your favorite sauce on the side.
Cooking frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer yields a crispy texture on the outside with a super cheesy middle! Perfect for a delicious snack or an easy appetizer with a side of your favorite tomato sauce.
Air frying frozen bagel bites is the best way to make them! A favorite among kids and grown-ups alike and perfect when you need a quick cook snack that will please both kids and grown-ups alike.
Cooking your favorite frozen pierogies in the air fryer is a great way to make this easy side dish! Ready in about 10 minutes with a perfectly crispy outside and soft, pillowy inside! For best results, be sure to place the pierogies in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
You can’t go wrong with crispy pastry pockets filled with Indian-spiced peas and potatoes. Samosa is the perfect dish for serving as an appetizer or side.
I may be partial to spinach and cheese, but empanadas in any flavor are a favorite food of many. Make them from frozen in about 10 minutes for a delicious appetizer, snack, or lunch.
If you love crispy fries, the air fryer is the way to go! These French fries are so easy to make in the air fryer from frozen and are a great side for so many mains.
If crinkle cut is the shape of fry you prefer, then you’ll love making your favorite frozen crinkle cut fries in the air fryer. In under 15 minutes, you’ll have perfectly crispy fries.
I have to confess that steak fries are my favorite cut of the frozen potato variety, and they are even better when made in the air fryer. And they take around half of the time it would to make them in the oven.
I have to confess that steak fries are my favorite cut of the frozen potato variety, and they are even better when made in the air fryer. And they take around half of the time it would to make them in the oven.
These air fryer tater tots reach crispy perfection in less time than it takes to make them in a conventional oven! Serve these crispy potato puffs with your favorite dipping sauces on the side.
If you’re a fan of crispy hash browns, get out your air fryer! This easy side takes just minutes to make and is perfect for serving alongside all your favorite breakfast mains.
You can’t beat air frying when it comes to perfectly crispy onion rings that aren’t saturated in oil. They’re so easy to make with about 5 minutes of cook time.
Grab that bag of frozen falafel and ready, set, air fry! These flavorful chickpea balls are easy to make in about 10 minutes. Perfect served with a side of hummus, tahini, or tzatziki for the ultimate flavor combination.
The next time you’ve got a craving for crispy vegetable dumplings, forget pan frying…try air frying them instead! Pair these potstickers with your favorite sauces and dig in!
It’s so easy to air fry frozen egg rolls, you won’t want to make them another way again! The good news is they come out perfectly crispy without using a deep fryer.
Head to your nearest grocery store and pick up some vegetable spring rolls for this easy air fryer recipe that takes just 10 minutes to make.
Forget microwaving that bag of roasted potatoes you’ve got sitting in your freezer because air frying these spuds is the clear cooking method winner here!
Even non-cauliflower fans can get down with this easy air fryer recipe. I mean, everything’s better with Buffalo sauce, right? This crispy cauliflower is super flavorful and a great way to spice up some frozen veg!
Give your frozen vegetables the love they deserve with this easy broccoli recipe. All you’ll need is a bit of oil and some seasonings. This easy and tasty side dish is ready in under 20 minutes.
This frozen asparagus side dish is perfectly seasoned and easy to make. Serve with some butter and lemon wedges for even more flavor.
These frozen green beans get their flavor from Italian seasoning, but you can try changing things up with other seasoning options.
You only need 2 ingredients, frozen corn on the cob and butter to make this easy side dish that’s ready in about 10 minutes.
No more soggy frozen Brussels sprouts when you make them in the air fryer. They come out nice and crispy in about 15 minutes.
Liven up your frozen butternut squash with a tasty blend of seasonings. This veggie side is easy to make in under 20 minutes.
Add some Indian flare to your frozen okra with this air fryer recipe. It’s easy to make in about 20 minutes.
Hopefully this list of the best frozen foods for the air fryer comes in helpful when you’re staring into your freezer and asking yourself, “What should I do with this?” The answer? Air fry it, of course! 😉
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