Air Fryer Cookbook For Dummies
Explore BookTuna Melt
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
5 ounces canned tuna in water, no salt added2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt1/8 teaspoon dill1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/8 teaspoon salt4 slices whole-grain bread1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil4 slices white cheddar cheese, divided8 dill pickle slicesDirections
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, onion, mayonnaise, yogurt, dill, pepper, and salt. Set aside.
- Lay the bread flat; then lightly brush the outer sides with the olive oil.
- Flip the bread over, and place 1 slice of cheese down on 2 slices of bread. Spread half of the tuna mixture on each of those 2 slices of bread; then place 4 dill pickle circles on top of each. Add the remaining slice of cheese and cover with the bread (oiled side facing out).
- Place each sandwich inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 4 minutes, rotate, and cook another 4 minutes to evenly melt the cheese and crisp the bread.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool 3 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Apple and Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 7 minutes
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
2 slices seeded whole-grain bread1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil3 ounces cheddar cheese slices1/2 small Honeycrisp apple, cored and thinly sliced1/8 teaspoon black pepperSalt, to tasteDirections
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees.
- Lay the bread down on a flat surface and lightly brush the outer sides with olive oil. Flip the slices of bread over and begin to assemble the sandwich.
- Place 1-1/2 ounces of cheese on the bread; then cover evenly with apple slices and top with a pinch of black pepper.
- Top the apples with the remaining 1-1/2 ounces of cheddar cheese; then cover with the other bread slice.
- Spray the air fryer basket with an olive oil mist; then place the sandwich into the basket. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the outer edges of the bread are lightly browned.
Fried Green Tomato BLT
Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
1 large green tomato1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 egg, whisked4 slices bacon4 slices sourdough bread2 leaves lettuce1 tablespoon mayonnaiseDirections
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees for 3 minutes.
- Slice the tomato into 4 thick slices. In a shallow bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and flour.
- Dip the tomato slices into the whisked egg and then into the flour mixture to create a breading. Spray liberally with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded tomato slices into the air fryer basket on one side, and lay out the bacon in a single layer, slightly overlapping the bacon on the other side.
- Cook for 5 minutes, flip over, and cook another 5 minutes, until desired crispness is achieved.
- Meanwhile, toast the bread in a toaster.
- To assemble sandwiches, place 1 leaf of lettuce on 2 slices of bread. On the other 2 slices, spread 1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise on each slice. Place 2 slices of crisped bacon on top of the mayonnaise, and then place the tomatoes on top. Close the sandwiches, cut in half, and serve.
Build Your Own Hot Pocket
Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 7 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
1 pound store-bought or homemade whole-wheat pizza dough1-1/2 cups diced ham or cooked turkey1-1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees.
- Place the dough on a floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough into a large square, about 1/2 inch thick. Using a pizza cutter or dough scraper, cut the dough into twelve 2-1/2-x-4-inch rectangles.
- Place 2 tablespoons chopped ham or turkey and 2 tablespoons grated cheese down the center of 6 of the dough rectangles. Place the other six rectangles on top. To sandwich the top and bottom pieces together, use the tines of the fork to press together the edges. Poke the surface of the top piece with the fork to create a vent to release steam while cooking.
- Spray the surface of the hot pocket with cooking spray. Place 3 or 4 hot pockets into air fryer basket and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Calzones
Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 pound store-bought or homemade whole-wheat pizza dough1-1/2 cups jarred marinara sauce, divided2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves1-1/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup chopped red onions1/4 cup chopped red bell peppers1 cup cooked Italian sausage, drained and rinsedDirections
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one piece into an 8-inch circle. Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce onto the dough. Next, top half of the dough with 1/2 cup spinach leaves, 1/3 cup mozzarella, 1 tablespoon onions, 1 tablespoon bell peppers, and 1/4 cup sausage. Fold the other half of dough over the top and, using a fork, crimp the edges to seal. Poke the surface of the top piece with the fork to create a vent to release steam while cooking. Repeat until four calzones are prepared.
- Place 2 calzones into the air fryer basket. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Tex Mex Quesadilla
Prep time: 14 minutesCook time: 8 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
1/4 pound lean ground beef1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oilTwo 8-inch flour tortillas1/4 cup cooked pinto beans, mashed1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese1 tablespoon barbecue sauce2 tablespoon chopped cilantroDirections
- In a skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop, brown the beef. Stir in the garlic, onion, and taco seasoning, and let the ingredients cook together. When the beef is cooked, remove from the stovetop and let cool.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees.
- Place the flour tortillas on a flat surface and spread 2 tablespoons of mashed beans on each tortilla. Top one tortilla with 1/4 cup shredded cheese and then half of the ground beef mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top. Cover with the other tortilla, bean side down.
- Spray the air fryer basket with an olive oil spray and carefully place the quesadilla into it.
- Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the outer tortilla edges are lightly crisped and browned.
- Remove from the basket and let cool 5 minutes. Drizzle barbecue sauce over the top, and sprinkle with cilantro. Slice into quarters and serve warm.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 8 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
8 ounce chicken breasts, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup hot sauceFour 8-inch flour tortillas1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce1 rib celery, cut into julienned strips (matchsticks)1/4 cup crumbled blue cheeseDirections
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season the cubed chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken breasts for 6 to 8 minutes or until completely cooked.
- Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, vegetable oil, and hot sauce in the microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and heat for an additional 30 seconds or until the butter has melted.
- After the chicken has cooked, add the chicken into the hot sauce mixture and toss to coat the chicken pieces.
- To assemble the wraps, place 4 tortillas onto 4 plates. Place 1/4 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce onto each tortilla. Top the cabbage equally with buffalo chicken; then top with celery sticks and crumbled blue cheese. Fold up the sides and serve.