Recipes

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Air Fryer Cornbread

Serve this air-fryer cornbread warm with a side of slow-cooker chili or any hearty stew. For a special sweet treat, spread butter on a warm slice of cornbread and drizzle with honey before serving.

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Air Fryer Mac and Cheese

Yes, you’ll see differences in quality and features between air fryers. Our test kitchen recently tested air fryers and made several recommendations based on varying combinations of price, features and the quality of food they produced.

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Apple Chips

No, you don’t need to worry about peeling or coring the apple. The skin crisps beautifully and adds a lovely color, and most of the seeds will fall out during slicing with a mandoline or while cooking.

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Air Fryer Steak Bites

We’re glad you asked! Sides that pair well with the steak bites include air-fryer cauliflower with lemon and herbs, air-fryer carrots and air-fryer Brussels sprouts, infused with garlic, rosemary and olive oil. With so many wonderful options, you may find yourself wanting to try new air-fryer side dishes every night of the week!

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Keto Chicken Nuggets

The best way to ensure tender and juicy nuggets is not to overcook the chicken. Since these pieces are small, they brown and cook through quite quickly in the air fryer, about four minutes on each side. Just make sure the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°.

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Air-Fryer Zucchini

We often serve zucchini recipes as side dishes for meaty mains like grilled steak, roasted chicken or braised short ribs. Air-fryer zucchini also pairs well with lighter entrees like fish or tofu. You can easily turn air-fried zucchini into the vegetable component of your favorite bowl recipes like salads, burrito bowls, or quinoa and lentil bowls. Or enjoy air-fryer zucchini as a snack, serving it as-is or pairing it with a dipping sauce like marinara or ranch dressing.

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Pesto Chicken Ciabatta Sandwiche

Cheesy, crispy and fresh sandwiches transport you to your favorite bistro. These pesto chicken sandwiches are the perfect meal with an easy side. You can sub turkey or pork for the smoked chicken.

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Air Fryer Ham

How long to cook ham in an air fryer depends on several factors. Larger hams and bone-in hams take longer to cook than boneless hams. Plus, when testing air fryers, our Test Kitchen found cook times vary dramatically among brands of air fryers. It’s best to use a meat thermometer instead of the clock to determine when the ham is finished cooking.

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Bacon Wrapped Steak

Bacon-wrapped steak tastes fantastic with a side of buttery mashed potatoes or a loaded baked potato. Lighten up the meal with crisp vegetables, such as old-fashioned green beans or a crunchy tossed salad. If you’re serving these steaks with wine, try a bottle of pinot noir for the perfect pairing.