The air fryer has revolutionized the way we cook, offering a faster, healthier, and often tastier alternative to traditional cooking methods. If you’re looking for inspiration for quick and delicious dinners, this list has got you covered. From crispy chicken tenders to savory salmon dishes and creative pizza twists, these recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re simply craving something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.

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With an Asian flair, this Air Fryer Salmon Recipe is a foolproof dinner-time recipe that the whole family will enjoy. Minimal ingredients and time make this the perfect meal!
The ingredients are super easy to find at your local grocer, and cooking our air fryer salmon recipe is super quick! Ingredients are easily found at your local grocer.
Get the full recipe from: This Silly Girl’s Kitchen

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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with a Pecan Crust are cooked in only 10 minutes! They come out perfectly moist and cooked, with a sweet and savory crispy breading.
Follow the recipe or make your own breading and air fry them with this same easy method. Chicken tenders can also be marinated instead of breaded. This recipe has a mildly sweet taste due to the nuts, yet it’s savory from the spices.
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This air fryer salmon is a quick and delicious way to enjoy perfectly cooked fish with almost no effort. The salmon fillets come out tender and juicy, with a slight crisp on the edges.
The hint of lemon zest adds a bright, refreshing flavor that pairs wonderfully with the rich taste of salmon. Whether you’re preparing dinner on a busy weeknight or looking for an impressive yet effortless dish to serve guests, this recipe delivers flavorful and tender salmon fillets every time.
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Air Fryer Hot Dogs are the perfect weeknight dinner, requiring minimal effort and only 10 minutes in the kitchen! The hot dogs get perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside, while the buns get warm and toasty!
Top these with your favorite toppings, from ketchup and mustard to chili and cheese! Serve these hot dogs up at a rained-out BBQ or for a quick mid-day snack!
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Satisfy your pizza cravings with this delicious, quick and easy naan pizza – made in the air fryer in just 2 minutes! Grab your favorite toppings and let’s have a pizza party!
Whether you are looking for a fun weeknight meal, quick dinner or are in the mood for some freshly made pizza – this easy air fryer pizza recipe is for you!
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Try this air fryer pizza! With a crispy crust and melted cheese, this recipe is a must-try. We kept it simple with pepperoni but you can make it your own with a variety of toppings.
You know those nights when you don’t have time or energy to cook dinner but don’t want to wait for pizza delivery? That’s where this quick and easy air fryer pizza recipe comes in.
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This quick Seapak frozen shrimp scampi in the air fryer cooks in under 10 minutes! It’s perfect for the holidays, date night, or even just a convenient weeknight meal anytime.
It’s pre-seasoned and ready to cook, so there’s no preparation involved. Plus, this option is great if you don’t have an oven or stove option, and it comes out far texturally better than the microwave could.
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Make a delicious air fryer seafood boil in only about 15 minutes! Shrimp, mussels, corn, potatoes, and sausage cook up in flavorful seasoning for an easy weeknight meal.
It’s also handy if you don’t happen to have an oven or stove available. Serve with some lemon wedges, iced tea, and plenty of napkins!
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This air fryer salmon recipe is fresh fish fillets topped with a homemade spice rub, then cooked to golden brown perfection. A quick and easy dinner option that is on the table in just 15 minutes!
It takes just minutes to prep and cook salmon. It produces perfect results each and every time. While this dish is great as-is, you can add other ingredients to customize the flavors to your tastes.
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Sweet, spicy, savory, and ready in under 25 minutes! Not only is this just like you can get at a Chinese food restaurant (but better), but it is also quick and easy too!
Seasoned chicken tossed in cornstarch, air fried, and then tossed in a delicious sauce. You can serve this over rice, fried rice, noodles, steamed veggies, or whatever you’d like.
Get the full recipe from: This Silly Girl’s Kitchen

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This Air Fryer Quesadilla recipe is low effort, quick, and delicious. Choose your own stuffings, or follow this recipe to make an easy spinach and feta Greek quesadilla.
In only 5 minutes, the air fryer cooks quesadillas to cheesy, crispy perfection. This Air Fryer Quesadilla recipe is a simple, quick and barely-any-effort lunch or dinner for busy days and nights.
Get the full recipe from: Tasty Oven

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Air fryer pizza bagels are quick and easy to make in 10 minutes with just 5 simple ingredients. They have the ideal crispy texture and are a perfect easy meal or easy snack to satisfy your pizza cravings.
They’re perfect for busy school nights, a fun pizza night, or even as a delicious and easy after-school snack.
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Enjoy crispy and delicious Air Fryer English Muffin Pizza in minutes! This homemade mini version of a family dinner favorite is perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a delicious meal or snack.
English muffins are topped with your favorite ingredients and baked in the air fryer for a golden, crunchy crust that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
Get the full recipe from: Walking on Sunshine Recipes

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These air fryer hamburgers are made with lean beef, so they’re low in calories and fat but high in protein. And because they’re cooked in the air fryer, they’re nice and crispy on the outside but juicy on the inside.
Plus, they cook up in just minutes, so you can have a delicious burger any night of the week! Ready in just minutes and perfect for quick meals.
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Kids love the crispy, cheesy cracker coating, and juicy and tender chicken inside. Make this delicious and easy air fryer dinner recipe in minutes. Everyone loves Air Fryer Cheez It Chicken Tenders!
The air fryer makes them perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a quick dinner.
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Use premade pizza dough to make this better than delivery pizza in your air fryer! This Air Fryer Pizza recipe makes two individual pizzas ready to eat in minutes.
This is one dinner recipe you need to try. Seriously! The crust is cooked to perfection. The cheese, sauce, and toppings are hot and fresh. You can add whatever toppings you like to this pizza and customize it for your family’s preferences.
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A delicious Hamburgers in the Air Fryer recipe for those days when you just want to get dinner on the table quickly. Made with ground beef and spices, the Air Fryer Hamburgers recipe comes together in just about 30 minutes!
The result is a juicy burger that is full of flavor. And with the air fryer, you can make a few at a time. Seasoning has a lot to do with making a delicious burger and this recipe won’t disappoint.
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Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken is quick to make and big on flavor, perfect for busy nights. Crispy chicken bites coated in a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet Bang Bang sauce make for a convenient and flavorful meal.
They blend the simplicity of frozen chicken with the unique taste of homemade sauce. The homemade Bang Bang sauce adds a creamy, spicy, and sweet dimension that elevates the dish.
Get the full recipe from: Cheerful Cook

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Air Fryer Chicken Sausage and Peppers is a simple, delicious dish that brings together the flavors of tender chicken sausage and colorful bell peppers.
We combine juicy chicken sausage, sweet bell peppers, and aromatic onions and create a delightful meal that’s both delicious and easy to prepare. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, offering a healthy and satisfying meal with minimal effort.
Get the full recipe from: Cheerful Cook

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Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu is an easy, air fryer chicken dinner for your family! Ready in 30 minutes with a three-ingredient sauce.
The end result of this air fryer chicken cordon bleu is chicken fried to golden perfection, stuffed with melted cheese and ham. This air fried version of the recipe makes it a bit lighter, and appropriate for dinner any time with a side dish.
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It’s totally easy to make delicious burgers in the air fryer using simple ingredients! Make these easy air fryer sliders topped with sauteed onions, cheese and arugula.
This easy recipe makes lean, juicy burgers AND it only takes a couple of minutes making these delicious sliders a great option for dinner any night of the week!
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Chicken and potatoes seasoned with rosemary and fresh lemon wedges cook in less than 30 minutes in the air fryer. Air Fryer Chicken Thighs and Potatoes is a quick and easy air fried chicken dinner!
A perfect dinner on busy weeknights, chicken and potatoes will surely become a family favorite dinner. Just add a tossed salad and green beans and you’re all set!
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Air Fryer Italian Sausage And Peppers is an easy weeknight dinner that cooks quickly in the air fryer. Serve with rice, on hoagie rolls, or toss with pasta for an easy dinner.
With just a few simple ingredients you will have an easy meal on the table for dinner tonight. So get out your air fryer and let’s make dinner!
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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe makes the perfect quick and easy dinner for the family! You don’t have to stand over a hot stovetop cooking dinner anymore. Let the air fryer do all the work; you still get all the credit for a great meal for the family!
It’s easy, it’s fabulously good and it will disappear at the dinner table. Best of all, you can use bone-in chicken thighs or boneless chicken thighs, skin on or skin off.
Get the full recipe from: Noshing with the Nolands

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These air fryer pizza dogs are the perfect solution if you can’t decide between hot dogs and pizza. Hot dogs are paired with classic toppings along with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and olives to make this easy fusion recipe.
These pizza-flavored hot dogs are a fantastic way to combine two favorites into one mouthwatering treat that the kids will go crazy for. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or snack, they’re easy to whip up in your air fryer in just 20 minutes.
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