Air fryers have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. These handy kitchen gadgets use hot air to cook food quickly and evenly, resulting in crispy, delicious meals without the need for a lot of oil. If you’re looking to whip up a feast for dinner, your air fryer can be your best friend. Here are some dinner recipes that are perfect for your air fryer.
1. Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients:
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1/2 cup marinara sauce
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
2. In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Dip each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
4. Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
5. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, then return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve the chicken Parmesan with your favorite pasta or a side salad.
2. Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients:
– 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 8 small corn tortillas
– Toppings: shredded cabbage, avocado, salsa, lime wedges
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 5-6 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
3. Warm the corn tortillas in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
4. Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on each tortilla and topping with shredded cabbage, avocado, salsa, and a squeeze of lime juice.
5. Serve the shrimp tacos with your favorite side dish, such as Mexican rice or refried beans.
3. Air Fryer Veggie Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
– 1 bell pepper, sliced
– 1 zucchini, sliced
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup snap peas
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, toss the bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, and snap peas with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread the vegetable mixture in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.
3. Serve the veggie stir-fry over cooked rice for a healthy and delicious dinner option.
With these dinner recipes for your air fryer, you can easily whip up a feast in no time. Whether you’re in the mood for chicken Parmesan, shrimp tacos, or a veggie stir-fry, your air fryer can help you create a delicious meal that the whole family will love. Give these recipes a try and see just how versatile and convenient your air fryer can be.
