Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners

For easy air fryer recipes for beginners that are perfect, this list of ideas has it all. If you just purchased an air fryer and are a bit intimidated by how to use it, you are not alone. The good news, it is easy to learn how to cook in an air fryer and the food comes out amazing! These are the perfect recipes to make so you can learn how to cook with your new air fryer.

I have a collection of the best recipes for anyone that is new or even experienced with air fryers. There are a variety of simple, quick, & tasty air fryer recipes. All are basic to make with straightforward instructions. I have made sure to compile a list of air fryer recipes that are not complex, with just a few steps, and a shortlist of ingredients.

To help you find something new to try right away, this list of air fryer recipes perfect for beginners has been broken down into the meals of the day. So no matter what time of day you want to make something in the air fryer, a quick & easy new recipe is here on this list. There are some amazing and simple gluten-free, keto, low-carb, paleo, vegan, & diabetic-friendly air fryer recipes too.

I have included air fryer recipes for breakfast, lunch, snacks/appetizers, dinner, sides, and even desserts! The first section includes all the air fryer recipes I have made and shared here on the blog. The rest are a collaboration of fellow bloggers that continue to off the best of the best. Do not be afraid to get air frying - learn today and enjoy something yummy.

My Favorite Easy Air Fryer Recipes

Whether you are making a new recipe, air frying frozen store-bought foods, or learning to reheat in the air fryer, this list has a bit of everything. Our family favorite is the smoky and mildly spiced Air Fryer Shishito Peppers. You do not want to miss this recipe and the amazing Shishito Dipping Sauce that is creamy, nutty, salty, & spicy!

Breakfast Air Fryer Recipes

I included several easy air fryer recipes for breakfast in the links above. But here are a few more yummy ideas for that first meal of the day. Both of these are so simple to make, why not do both!

Snack or Appetizer Recipes

These quick munchie recipes are a great way to learn to use your air fryer. They are all easy to make with simple-to-follow instructions. I have them in order of easiest to a bit more involved. But trust me, you can make these air fryer appetizers or snacks. There is a tasty sweet & spicy Air Fryer Honey Hot Wings recipe below in the lunch/dinner section that is also great for an appetizer. Try them and you will be happy you did!

Lunch & Dinner Recipes

Making a hot lunch at home has never been easier thanks to the air fryer. Whether you want a warm sandwich or something more hearty, try one of these recipes. These easy recipes are wonderful for dinner too. So get that air fryer warmed up and get cooking some turkey meatballs, seafood, or more.

Side Dish Recipes

Keeping side dish recipes easy is what can make or break your meal. Especially when it comes to busy weeknight dinners, these air fryer sides are the best. Air fryer potatoes, vegetables, and more make a great quick recipe for those just learning to use their new air fryer.

Dessert Recipes

Can you make desserts in an air fryer? Yes, you can! These recipes are a great first try at "baking" something sweet in your air fryer. These beginner dessert recipes will get you even more excited about air frying.

Equipment Recommendations

For these recipes, you obviously need an air fryer. Here are the best air fryer models you can buy. If you want a tray, basket, or Instant Pot lid style, these air fryers have the highest ratings on Amazon. I personally have the Breville Air Fryer Toaster Oven model and love it. Our family of five uses it every day for air frying, toasting, and reheating just about everything.

Whether you have a basket style or tray, here are some other fun gadgets you may like. This list of useful air fryer accessories will make air frying a lot easier. The oil spray container and the liners really make clean up easy!

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