Cooking with an air fryer can save a lot of time and effort, but it is important to know how long certain foods should be cooked, as well as what temperature is best to end with the best results. There are many foods that can be cooked in an air fryer, and this is a great way to use your oven less, and even to cook without an oven at all.
Hamburgers: 350 degrees, 8-10 minutes
Steak: 400 degrees, 7-14 minutes
Meatballs: 400 degrees, 7-10 minutes
Hot Dogs: 390 degrees, 8-10 minutes
Shrimp: 375 degrees, 8 minutes
Salmon: 400 degrees, 5-7 minutes
Whitefish: 375 degrees, 6-9 minutes
Chicken Breast: 375 degrees, 22-23 minutes
Chicken Thighs: 400 degrees, 25 minutes
Chicken Tenders: 400 degrees, 14-16 minutes
Chicken Wings: 375 degrees, 10-12 minutes
Chicken Drumsticks: 400 degrees, 18-22 minutes
Pork Chops: 375 degrees, 12-15 minutes
Bacon: 400 degrees, 5-10 minutes
Pork Belly: 400 degrees, 17-19 minutes
Pork Loin: 400 degrees, 20-23 minutes
Sausage Links: 375 degrees, 18-20 minutes
Cauliflower: 400 degrees, 10-12 minutes
Zucchini: 400 degrees, 12 minutes
Brussels Sprouts: 350 degrees, 15-18 minutes
Pickles: 400 degrees, 14-20 minutes
Acorn Squash: 400 degrees, 16-18 minutes
Asparagus: 400 degrees, 7-9 minutes
Diced Beets: 325 degrees, 26-30 minutes
Sliced Bell Peppers: 350 degrees, 8-10 minutes
Broccoli Florets: 400 degrees, 6-8 minutes
Butternut Squash (Halved): 350 degrees, 45-55 minutes
Carrots: 375 degrees, 25 minutes
Cauliflower: 375 degrees, 12-14 minutes
Kale: 375 degrees, 3-5 minutes
Mushrooms (Halved): 400 degrees, 10-12 minutes
Whole Sweet Potatoes: 400 degrees, 40-45 minutes
Potato Chips: 350 degrees, 15-17 minutes
Potato Fries: 400 degrees, 10-20 minutes
Pasta: 350 degrees, 8 minutes
Chicken Nuggets: 400 degrees, 7-9 minutes
Tater Tots: 400 degrees, 16-18 minutes
Pizza Rolls: 375 degrees, 7-9 minutes
Mozzarella Sticks: 400 degrees, 7-8 minutes
Fish Sticks: 400 degrees, 7-8 minutes
Mini Pizzas: 350 degrees, 8-11 minutes
Using an air fryer can be a quick and easy way to cook the food you and your family will love, but with much less oil and a lot easier cleanup. When purchasing an air fryer, one thing to consider is the size. If you cook for one or two people, you will need a much smaller air fryer than if you cook for a large family. There are so many options out there, so reading about the different air fryers and their functions and capacity can help you find the perfect one for you. Before you use your air fryer for the first time, all parts should be washed and dried. Some parts may be dishwasher safe, while others will not be, so make sure to pay close attention to the manufacturer's instructions on how to wash your air fryer parts and pieces. When using your air fryer, be aware that it works by circulating air around the food. This means it is vitally important to keep food from being too crowded in the air fryer. If food is crowded together, it can result in uneven results.
When using an air fryer, it is important to follow safety recommendations and cleaning instructions to prevent any damage to your machine. There are specific cleaning instructions that vary from one brand or model to the next, and even from part to part on the same model. To make cleanup easier, some models will function perfectly with foil placed around certain parts that can be taken off and replaced when it becomes dirty. Other parts cannot have foil or anything else covering them, as it would prevent airflow and hinder the performance, at best, and be dangerous at worst.