Crunch time: 17 crispy air fryer recipes

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Experience the ultimate crunch time with 17 irresistibly crispy air fryer recipes that will have you hooked from the very first bite! In this article, we’re showcasing the incredible power of the air fryer to transform everyday ingredients into mouthwatering, crispy delights. No more settling for soggy or bland dishes when you can make these recipes in your air fryer.

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy bang bang shrimp with a bowl of spicy sauce.
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Make this copycat Bonefish Grill recipe for crispy, breaded shrimp with a spicy Bang Bang sauce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Air Fryer Catfish

catfish fillet with cornmeal breading topped with herbs and served with spicy tartar sauce.
Air Fryer Catfish. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy air fryer catfish recipe lets you quickly fry up Cajun catfish at home. The catfish are fried with cornmeal and served with a spicy tartar sauce that will make you think you are in New Orleans.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Catfish

Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops

Two breaded pork chops on a gray plate with parsley.
Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Say goodbye to dry, tasteless pork! Air fryer breaded pork chops give you juicy, tender pork with crispy breading. Get delicious flavor with this easy pork chop recipe.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air fryer fried chicken legs and thighs in a pile on a wooden cutting board.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy air fryer fried chicken for the ultimate crunch! It is tender and juicy on the inside with a crispy coating. You can make fried chicken at home with less grease and mess.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Fish and Chips

Air fryer fish and chips.
Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings

Air fryer fish and chips is a delicious easy fish fry. Cod or haddock is breaded and cooked in the air fryer for fish that is crunchy outside and flaky inside.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fish and Chips

Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Blooming onion on a plate with sauce in the background.
Blooming Onion. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This air fryer blooming onion is a showstopping appetizer! It looks complicated to make, but it really isn’t. Make this restaurant quality appetizer at home and amaze your friends and family.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Air Fryer Chicken Katsu

Air fryer chicken katsu topped with katsu sauce on a plate with rice and cucumbers.
Air Fryer Chicken Katsu . Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Thin chicken cutlets are coated in panko and air fried to crispy perfection in this air fryer chicken katsu recipe! This favorite fusion dish crispy Japanese-inspired favorite.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Katsu

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Air fryer lemon pepper wings on a cutting board with celery.
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer lemon pepper wings are a delicious and crispy chicken wing appetizer. This easy appetizer gives you delicious, crispy chicken wing taste without much effort.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Air Fryer Green Bean Fries

Crispy green beans on a board with sauce.
Crispy Green Beans. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer green bean fries are a fun to make crispy appetizer. Green beans are coated in panko and Parmesan and air fried with no added oil! These are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Green Bean Fries

Air Fryer Fried Pickles Recipe

Red basket full of air fryer fried pickles with pickles in the background.
Air Fryer Fried Pickles Recipe. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer fried pickles are crispy outside and soft and tangy inside. The air fryer gives these a great crunch and taste, similar to fried pickles for restaurant quality taste at home.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Pickles Recipe

Air Fryer Tortellini

bowl full of air fryer fried tortellini with cheese sprinkled on top.
Air Fryer Tortellini. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Crispy air fryer tortellini are irresistible. Cheese tortellini is coated in panko and for a dish that has a crunchy texture filled with melty cheese. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for a tasty snack.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Tortellini

Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes

Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes.
Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer fried green tomatoes have a crispy outside coating of cornmeal and panko with a juicy tomato inside. This is a fun appetizer to make and eat when you want a tangy snack.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes

Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings

Plate of air fryer ranch wings with tongs in the background.
Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Twist around the classic wing flavors and make ranch flavored wings to dip in Buffalo sauce. A packed of ranch dressing makes these wings easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Pasta Chips

Crispy pasta chips on a plate with sauce. Another plate in the photo also hold chips.
Pasta Chips. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These air fryer pasta chips are crunchy, crispy and addictive! Make these easy-to-make, kid friendly pasta chips fast. Just boil pasta, toss with oil, season and air fry.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pasta Chips

Air Fried Pearl Onions

plate of mini fried pearl onions with dipping sauce in the background.
Air Fried Pearl Onions. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make air fried pearl onions for bloomin’ onion taste with less effort. These cute bite-sized onions are breaded and air fried for a crispy snack. Easy to make and perfect for dipping into ranch dressing.
Get the Recipe: Air Fried Pearl Onions

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer zucchini chips are an easy to make healthy snack. Zucchini is coated with panko or pork rinds and parmesan for a crispy snack.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Air Fryer Ravioli

Crispy air fryer ravioli on a plate with one dipping into a sauce.
Air Fryer Ravioli. Photo Credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These crispy bite size breaded and air fryer ravioli are delicious dipped in marinara sauce and would be perfect for your next game day party.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ravioli

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