Crispy Fish Tacos


Crispy mustard and Parmesan crumbed chicken drumsticks with golden baby potatoes and green beans, served with mustard sauce on a warm rustic brown wooden table.

Crispy Fish Tacos

Mexican-style fish tacos with spiced white fish, creamy avocado, crunchy chilli slaw and a fresh tomato-cucumber salsa. A colourful and flavour-packed meal served in warm tortillas.
Couverts4 servings
estimated costs pp $3.50
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Equipment

  • Air fryer basket
  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • medium bowl
  • Small bowl

Ingredients

Slaw

  • ยผ red cabbage finely shredded
  • ยผ lime juiced, plus extra wedges to serve
  • ยฝ carrot grated

Salsa

Instructions

  • Combine the white fish, chilli powder, cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika and dried oregano in a medium bowl. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Arrange the fish in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Place the avocado in a small bowl with the lime juice and season with sea salt and black pepper. Mash until smooth.
  • Combine the tomato, cucumber, coriander and lime juice in a medium bowl. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Combine the shredded red cabbage, grated carrot and lime juice in a large bowl.
  • Warm the tortillas according to the package instructions.
  • Spread the avocado mixture over the tortillas and top with the cooked fish, slaw, salsa and fresh coriander.
  • Serve immediately with extra lime wedges for squeezing over.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Fish Tacos immediately with the chilli slaw, fresh salsa and creamy avocado. Add extra lime wedges and fresh coriander at the table. They are perfect for a casual Lunch or as part of a colourful Taco’s spread.

Storage Advice

For the best texture, store the cooked fish, slaw, salsa, avocado and tortillas separately. Refrigerate the cooked fish in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat thoroughly before serving. The fresh salsa and slaw are best eaten within 1 day. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A crisp Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with these fish tacos. Its lively freshness complements the lime, coriander and salsa while providing a clean contrast to the creamy avocado and spiced fish.

Nutrition values

Serving: 2 tacos | Calories: 410 kcal | koolhydraten: 45 g | Eiwitten: 35 g | Vet: 12 g | Verzadigd vet: 2 g | Natrium: 390 mg | Suiker: 6 g
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About this recipe

Fish Tacos combine warmly spiced white fish with creamy avocado, crunchy cabbage slaw and a bright tomato-cucumber salsa. Everything is tucked into small warm tortillas and finished with coriander and fresh lime. The combination delivers plenty of contrasting textures and flavours while keeping the meal fresh and relatively light.

Fish tacos are closely associated with Mexican coastal cooking, particularly Baja-style cuisine, although countless variations can now be found throughout Mexico and North America. This version fits naturally into our collection of Mexican recipes and our broader selection of Latin American recipes.

Spiced fish cooked in the air fryer

A firm white fish works particularly well because it holds its shape after being cut into bite-size pieces. The fish is seasoned with chilli powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika and oregano. This simple spice mixture provides warmth and smokiness without hiding the delicate flavour of the fish.

Cooking the fish in the Airfryer keeps preparation straightforward. The pieces need only around 8 minutes at 180ยฐC, although the exact cooking time will depend on their thickness and the type of fish used. Avoid overcrowding the basket so that the hot air can circulate freely around the pieces.

The avocado provides the creamy element of the tacos. Mashing it with fresh lime juice creates a simple spread that also helps hold the other fillings in place. It is deliberately uncomplicated because the fish, slaw and salsa already provide plenty of flavour.

Fresh slaw and homemade salsa

The slaw combines finely shredded red cabbage and grated carrot with fresh lime juice. Its crunchy texture contrasts particularly well with the tender fish and avocado. The salsa adds another fresh layer with chopped tomatoes, cucumber, coriander and lime.

Warm the tortillas just before assembling the tacos. Spread each one with avocado first, then add the cooked fish, slaw and salsa. Finish with fresh coriander and serve extra lime wedges at the table. For more seafood inspiration, browse our Fish recipes and Seafood recipes.

These tacos are especially suitable for Cinco de Mayo, a summer meal or a casual party. You can place all the components on the table separately and allow everyone to assemble their own tacos, which also helps keep the tortillas from becoming soggy before serving.

When preparing fish, proper refrigeration and thorough cooking are essential. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional information about selecting, storing and preparing seafood safely.

With warmly spiced fish, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado and plenty of fresh lime, these Fish Tacos make a colourful meal that is easy enough for a weeknight but lively enough to serve when friends or family are gathered around the table.

Mustard Parmesan Chicken


Crispy mustard and Parmesan crumbed chicken drumsticks served with golden baby potatoes and green beans on a warm rustic brown wooden table.

Mustard Parmesan Chicken

Crispy mustard and Parmesan crumbed chicken drumsticks served with golden baby potatoes and green beans. Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, herbs and lemon create a flavourful coating for this easy air fryer dinner.
Couverts4 servings
estimated costs pp $3.75
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Equipment

  • Air fryer basket
  • Frying pan
  • Large bowl
  • shallow bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Toss the baby potatoes with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Cook the potatoes in the air fryer for 20 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and golden.
  • Combine the Dijon mustard and Greek-style yogurt in a large bowl and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, dried mixed herbs and lemon zest in a shallow bowl.
  • Drizzle 1 teaspoon of the olive oil over the breadcrumb mixture, season lightly and toss to combine.
  • Dip the chicken drumsticks into the yogurt mixture, then coat evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and keep warm.
  • Arrange the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer basket and air-fry at 180ยฐC for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Return the potatoes to the basket with the chicken and cook for a further 5 minutes to heat through and crisp.
  • Toss the green beans with the remaining olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Cook the green beans in a frying pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Squeeze the lemon juice over the green beans and serve alongside the chicken and potatoes.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Mustard Parmesan Chicken hot with the golden baby potatoes and lemony green beans. The potatoes make this a complete Main Course, while the fresh beans provide a lighter contrast to the crisp Parmesan coating.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover chicken, potatoes and green beans to cool before storing them in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the chicken and potatoes thoroughly in the air fryer to help restore their crisp texture. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A fresh Chardonnay pairs particularly well with this chicken. Its rounded character complements the Parmesan and creamy yogurt coating, while its freshness works nicely with the Dijon mustard and lemon.

Nutrition values

Calories: 620 kcal | koolhydraten: 55 g | Eiwitten: 49 g | Vet: 24 g | Verzadigd vet: 7 g | Natrium: 720 mg | Suiker: 7 g
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About this recipe

Mustard Parmesan Chicken is a complete air fryer meal built around crispy crumbed chicken drumsticks, golden baby potatoes and fresh green beans. Dijon mustard, Greek-style yogurt, Parmesan cheese, herbs and lemon give the chicken plenty of flavour while helping create a crisp coating without traditional deep-frying.

The combination of chicken, potatoes and vegetables makes this an uncomplicated family dinner. Most of the cooking is handled by the Airfryer, while the green beans need only a few minutes in a frying pan before serving.

Creating the mustard and Parmesan coating

The chicken coating is made in two stages. First, the drumsticks are dipped into a mixture of Greek-style yogurt and Dijon mustard. The yogurt provides a creamy layer that helps keep the chicken moist, while the mustard contributes a savoury tang that works particularly well with Parmesan and lemon.

The second coating combines soft white breadcrumbs with finely grated Parmesan, dried mixed herbs and lemon zest. A small amount of olive oil is tossed through the mixture to encourage browning in the air fryer. Parmesan adds both savoury flavour and richness. For more dishes featuring cheese, browse our Cheese recipes.

Turning the drumsticks halfway through cooking exposes both sides to the circulating hot air and helps the breadcrumb coating become evenly golden. The exact cooking time can vary depending on the size and thickness of the drumsticks, so always check that the chicken is completely cooked before serving.

Golden potatoes and lemony green beans

The baby potatoes are cooked before the chicken and then returned to the air fryer for the final few minutes. This second burst of heat warms them through and helps restore their crisp exterior. They make this dish particularly satisfying and provide another reason to explore our Potatoes recipes.

Green beans provide colour and freshness alongside the richer chicken and potatoes. Cooking them quickly in a hot frying pan gives them a lightly browned exterior while retaining some bite. Fresh lemon juice added at the end brightens the beans and connects their flavour with the lemon zest used in the chicken coating.

This combination means the dish needs little else at the table. If you want additional vegetables, a simple salad would work well, but the potatoes and beans already turn the crumbed chicken into a complete Dinner.

Chicken must be cooked thoroughly and handled safely, particularly when coating raw drumsticks. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional information about safe food preparation, cooking and storage at home.

With crisp Parmesan breadcrumbs, tangy mustard, fresh lemon and tender chicken, Mustard Parmesan Chicken offers plenty of flavour without an overly complicated preparation. Served with golden potatoes and green beans, it is a practical air fryer meal that works particularly well for a relaxed family dinner.

Harissa Sausage Traybake


Air fryer traybake with golden roasted butternut pumpkin, sausages, red capsicum, onion and leafy greens coated in spicy harissa, served on a rustic brown wooden table.

Harissa Sausage Traybake

A spicy air fryer traybake with sausages, butternut pumpkin, red capsicum and leafy greens coated in harissa and lemon. A hearty, colourful dinner with very little preparation.
Couverts4 servings
estimated costs pp $3.25
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Equipment

  • Equipment
  • Air fryer basket
  • Knife
  • Large bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 200ยฐC.
  • Spray the butternut pumpkin with olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper. Transfer to the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Toss the red capsicum, red onion and garlic in the basket and shake to combine.
  • Combine the sausages, harissa and lemon juice, then add them to the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for a further 20 minutes, until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir through the leafy greens and cook for a further 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot with natural yogurt, if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Harissa Sausage Traybake hot with a spoonful of natural yogurt to balance the spicy harissa. It makes a complete Main Course, but you can also add warm Bread or a simple salad for a larger meal.

Storage Advice

Allow leftovers to cool before transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat thoroughly before serving. The air fryer works particularly well for reheating the sausages and vegetables. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A fragrant Gewรผrztraminer is an excellent partner for this traybake. Its aromatic fruit character works particularly well with spicy harissa and balances the richness of the sausages, while remaining fresh enough for the roasted vegetables and lemon.

Nutrition values

Serving: 2 sausages with vegetables | Calories: 475 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 24 g | Vet: 28 g | Verzadigd vet: 9 g | Natrium: 980 mg | Suiker: 10 g
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About this recipe

Harissa Sausage Traybake combines juicy sausages with butternut pumpkin, red capsicum, onion, garlic and leafy greens in one colourful air fryer meal. Harissa and fresh lemon provide the main seasoning, creating a dish with warmth, acidity and plenty of savoury flavour. A spoonful of cool natural yogurt can be added at the table to provide a creamy contrast to the spicy sauce.

Harissa is strongly associated with North African cooking and is traditionally made from chilli peppers combined with spices and other aromatics. Its concentrated flavour makes it particularly useful for quick dishes because only a few spoonfuls are needed to transform simple ingredients. This traybake therefore fits naturally into our North African recipes and broader Africa recipes.

Cooking sausages and vegetables in the air fryer

The butternut pumpkin is started first because its firm texture requires more cooking than the other vegetables. Cutting it into evenly sized 2 cm pieces helps the pumpkin cook consistently. Leaving the skin on saves preparation time and also helps the pieces retain their shape during cooking.

After the pumpkin has started to soften, red capsicum, onion and garlic are added. The sausages are coated with harissa and lemon juice before joining the vegetables. This allows the spicy harissa mixture to flavour both the sausages and the vegetables as everything cooks together.

The Airfryer is especially useful for this type of meal because the circulating heat browns the sausages while roasting the vegetables at the same time. Shaking or stirring the ingredients during cooking helps expose different surfaces to the hot air and encourages more even browning.

Finishing the harissa sausage traybake

Leafy greens such as kale or cavolo nero are added only during the final few minutes. They need much less cooking time than the pumpkin and sausages, so adding them at the end keeps some texture while allowing them to soften in the heat of the traybake.

Serve the dish directly from the air fryer with natural yogurt if desired. The yogurt is particularly useful if your harissa is quite hot, as its creamy texture softens the chilli heat. For more complete meals prepared with minimal washing up, explore our One Pot Dinner recipes or browse our Vegetables recipes.

The exact cooking time for sausages can vary according to their thickness and type, so always check that they are thoroughly cooked before serving. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance about safe food preparation, cooking and storage at home.

With spicy harissa, sweet roasted pumpkin, savoury sausages and fresh lemon, Harissa Sausage Traybake is a warming and uncomplicated dinner. The combination of protein and vegetables makes it substantial enough to serve on its own, while the air fryer keeps both preparation and washing up pleasantly manageable.

Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana


Crispy air fryer jacket potatoes with fluffy centres, topped with sour cream, crispy bacon and fresh chives, served on a rustic brown wooden table.

Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana

Crispy breaded chicken topped with rich tomato passata and melted mozzarella, then finished in the air fryer. Serve with spaghetti for an easy Italian-inspired family dinner.
Couverts4
estimated costs pp $3.50
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Equipment

  • Air fryer basket
  • baking paper
  • Kitchen mallet
  • Knife
  • shallow bowl
  • Small bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthways to create four fillets.
  • Place the chicken fillets between sheets of baking paper and gently pound them with a kitchen mallet or rolling pin until they are an even thickness. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Place the plain flour in a shallow bowl and the lightly beaten egg in another shallow bowl. Combine the panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a third bowl.
  • Coat each chicken fillet in the flour, dip it into the beaten egg, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air-fry at 180ยฐC for 15 minutes, or until golden.
  • Spoon 1โ€“2 tablespoons of tomato passata over each chicken fillet and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
  • Return the chicken to the air fryer and cook for a further 5โ€“10 minutes, until the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve with the cooked spaghetti, extra tomato passata and fresh basil leaves.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana immediately with cooked Pasta, extra warm tomato passata and fresh basil leaves. A simple green salad or steamed vegetables make excellent sides and help balance the rich mozzarella and crispy breadcrumb coating.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover chicken to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 days and reheat thoroughly before serving. Reheating in the air fryer helps restore some of the crispness of the breadcrumb coating. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A medium-bodied Sangiovese is an excellent match for Chicken Parmigiana. Its lively acidity works particularly well with the tomato passata, while its savoury fruit character complements the Parmesan, mozzarella and breaded chicken.

Nutrition values

Serving: 1 chicken fillet with spaghetti Calories | Calories: 545 kcal | koolhydraten: 56 g | Eiwitten: 46 g | Vet: 15 g | Verzadigd vet: 6 g | Natrium: 620 mg | Suiker: 5 g
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About this recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana combines crisp breaded chicken with tomato passata, Parmesan and melted mozzarella to create a satisfying Italian-inspired meal. The chicken develops a golden breadcrumb crust in the air fryer before being topped with tomato and cheese for the final stage of cooking. Served with spaghetti and fresh basil, it makes a complete and comforting dinner.

The dish is closely related to chicken Parmesan, a popular Italian-American adaptation inspired by traditional Italian parmigiana dishes. This version fits naturally alongside our Italian recipes while using the air fryer to simplify the cooking process and reduce the need for pan-frying.

Preparing crispy breaded chicken

Creating chicken fillets of an even thickness is one of the most useful steps in this recipe. Cutting the breasts lengthways produces four thinner portions, and gently pounding them between sheets of baking paper helps ensure they cook evenly. Seasoning the chicken before breading also means the flavour reaches the meat rather than remaining only in the coating.

The traditional three-stage coating uses plain flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs. Flour helps the egg adhere to the chicken, while the egg provides the sticky surface needed for the breadcrumbs. Combining panko breadcrumbs with finely grated Parmesan adds both texture and savoury flavour. You can explore more dishes using this ingredient in our Cheese recipes.

Panko breadcrumbs are particularly effective in the Airfryer because their coarse texture becomes crisp and golden as hot air circulates around the chicken. Keeping the fillets in a single layer is important because overcrowding can prevent the coating from crisping evenly.

Adding tomato and melted mozzarella

Once the breaded chicken is golden, each fillet is topped with tomato passata and mozzarella. Returning it to the air fryer melts and browns the cheese while completing the cooking of the chicken. The result combines several textures in every serving: crisp breadcrumbs, tender chicken, smooth tomato sauce and soft melted mozzarella.

Spaghetti makes this a substantial Main Course. Extra passata can be spooned over the pasta, while fresh basil adds colour and a fragrant finish. For more ideas built around pasta, browse our Pasta recipes.

Chicken should always be cooked thoroughly before serving. Cooking time can vary with the thickness of the fillets and the particular air fryer being used, so check the centre rather than relying only on the stated time. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance on safe food handling and preparation.

With its crisp Parmesan breadcrumb coating, rich tomato topping and golden mozzarella, Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana delivers plenty of familiar comfort-food flavour while keeping the preparation straightforward. It is equally suitable for a family dinner or a relaxed weekend meal.

Cheese Chorizo Quesadillas


Cheese and Chorizo Quesadillas

Cheese Chorizo Quesadillas

Crispy air fryer quesadillas filled with melted cheddar, spicy chorizo, tomatoes, fresh herbs and chilli. Quick to prepare and perfect served with fresh lime wedges.
Couverts4
estimated costs pp $2.75
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Combine the cheddar cheese, tomatoes, chorizo, parsley, red chilli, green onions and lime juice in a large bowl.
  • Spoon the filling over one half of each tortilla, then fold the other half over to enclose the filling. Press firmly so the filling reaches the edges without spilling out.
  • Arrange the quesadillas in the air fryer basket, overlapping slightly if necessary.
  • Place a heatproof utensil on top to prevent the tortillas from opening during cooking.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes, until golden and crisp around the edges.
  • Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Cheese Chorizo Quesadillas immediately while the tortillas are crisp and the cheddar is still melted. Fresh lime wedges provide a bright contrast to the rich filling. Serve them as Fingerfood or combine them with a fresh tomato salad for a more substantial Lunch.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover quesadillas to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer until thoroughly hot and crisp again. Avoid microwaving when possible, as this can soften the tortillas. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A fresh Verdejo pairs well with these quesadillas. Its fresh character works nicely with the lime, chilli and herbs while providing a refreshing contrast to the rich cheddar and spicy chorizo.

Nutrition values

Serving: 2 quesadillas | Calories: 675 kcal | koolhydraten: 55 g | Eiwitten: 30 g | Vet: 38 g | Verzadigd vet: 18 g | Natrium: 1450 mg | Suiker: 6 g
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About this recipe

Cheese Chorizo Quesadillas combine crisp tortillas with a generous filling of melted cheddar, spicy chorizo, fresh tomatoes, green onions, parsley and chilli. Lime juice brings freshness to the mixture and balances the richness of the cheese and sausage. Cooking the quesadillas in the air fryer gives the tortillas crisp, golden edges while keeping the filling hot and wonderfully cheesy.

Quesadillas are strongly associated with Mexican recipes, although countless variations have developed using different cheeses, meats and vegetables. This version combines cheddar and chorizo for a bold, savoury filling that works particularly well with fresh chilli and lime.

Making crispy quesadillas in the air fryer

The filling requires very little preparation. Finely chopping the tomatoes, chorizo, parsley, chilli and green onions helps distribute the ingredients evenly throughout each quesadilla. Combining everything with the grated cheddar before filling the tortillas also means every portion gets a good mixture of cheese, meat and vegetables.

Only one half of each tortilla should be covered with filling. The remaining half is folded over and pressed down firmly. Bringing the filling close to the edges helps create an evenly filled quesadilla, but avoid overfilling because melted cheese can escape during cooking.

The Airfryer produces a particularly crisp tortilla without needing to fry the quesadillas in a pan. Because the circulating air can lift lightweight tortillas, placing a heatproof utensil carefully over them helps keep everything closed during the first part of cooking.

Chorizo, cheddar and fresh lime

Chorizo provides much of the seasoning in this recipe. Its smoky, spicy character works naturally with melted cheddar, while tomatoes and green onions add freshness. Red chilli provides additional heat, although removing the seeds will produce a milder result. The final squeeze of lime is especially useful because its acidity cuts through the richer ingredients.

Serve the quesadillas as a casual meal, snack or Fingerfood. They are also a natural choice for Cinco de Mayo, game day or a relaxed party. For more dishes built around tortillas, browse our Tortilla recipes.

Quesadillas are at their best straight from the air fryer, when the outside is crisp and the cheese is still soft and melted. If you do have leftovers, refrigerate them promptly and reheat them thoroughly before serving. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance about safe food preparation and storage at home.

With spicy chorizo, plenty of melted cheddar and a fresh hit of chilli and lime, Cheese Chorizo Quesadillas are an uncomplicated air fryer dish with plenty of flavour. They work equally well as a quick lunch, a shareable snack or an easy addition to a casual party table.

Air Fryer Mac and Cheese


Creamy air fryer macaroni and cheese with melted cheddar and a crisp golden breadcrumb topping, served in a rustic baking dish on a warm brown wooden table.

Air Fryer Mac and Cheese

Creamy macaroni coated in a rich mustard and cheddar cheese sauce, topped with crisp golden breadcrumbs and finished in the air fryer for an easy comfort food favourite.
Couverts4 servings
Total time 55 minutes
estimated costs pp $1.75
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Equipment

  • Air fryer basket
  • Heatproof dish
  • Saucepan
  • small frying pan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
  • Warm the milk in a heatproof jug in the microwave or in a small frying pan over low heat until just steaming.
  • Melt the butter in a small frying pan over low heat, then stir in the plain flour until combined. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually add the warm milk, whisking constantly until smooth and glossy. Once bubbling, cook for 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
  • Stir in half of the cheddar cheese and the mustard, mixing until the cheese has melted. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Transfer the cooked macaroni to a heatproof dish that fits inside the air fryer basket. Pour over the cheese sauce and gently stir to coat the pasta evenly.
  • Combine the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining cheddar cheese and scatter evenly over the top.
  • Air-fry at 180ยฐC for 15โ€“20 minutes, until golden and the macaroni and cheese is bubbling.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Air Fryer Mac and Cheese immediately while the sauce is creamy and the breadcrumb topping is crisp. It works as a comforting Main Course with a fresh green salad or as a rich Side Dish alongside vegetables.

Storage Advice

Allow leftovers to cool before transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly in the air fryer or microwave, adding a small splash of milk if the pasta has become dry. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly dishes.

Wine Advice

A fresh Chardonnay is a good match for this creamy macaroni and cheese. Its rounded character complements the mature cheddar, while its freshness helps balance the richness of the cheese sauce.

Nutrition values

Calories: 455 kcal | koolhydraten: 57 g | Eiwitten: 15 g | Vet: 19 g | Verzadigd vet: 11 g | Natrium: 330 mg | Suiker: 5 g
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About this recipe

Air Fryer Mac and Cheese combines creamy cheese-coated macaroni with a crisp breadcrumb topping, giving a familiar comfort food favourite an easy air fryer finish. The pasta is cooked first, then mixed with a homemade cheddar sauce before being topped with panko breadcrumbs and more cheese. A final blast of hot circulating air creates a bubbling centre and golden crust.

Macaroni and cheese is strongly associated with American comfort food, making this recipe a natural addition to our American recipes. It is substantial enough to serve as a main meal but can also be divided into smaller portions and served alongside vegetables, chicken or other dishes.

Making a creamy cheddar cheese sauce

The sauce begins with butter and plain flour, which are cooked briefly together before warm milk is gradually whisked in. Adding the milk slowly helps produce a smooth sauce without lumps. Once the mixture begins bubbling and thickens, mature cheddar and English mustard provide the main flavour.

Mature cheddar works particularly well because its stronger flavour remains noticeable after being combined with the milk and pasta. The mustard provides extra depth without making the finished dish taste strongly of mustard. You can find more dishes using this versatile ingredient in our Cheese recipes.

The cooked macaroni should be drained thoroughly before the sauce is added. Excess cooking water can thin the cheese sauce and prevent it from coating the pasta properly. Once combined, transfer everything to a heatproof dish that fits comfortably inside your air fryer.

Creating the golden air fryer topping

The contrast between creamy pasta and crunchy topping is one of the best parts of this recipe. Panko breadcrumbs are mixed with the remaining mature cheddar and scattered over the macaroni. Panko has a light, coarse texture that becomes particularly crisp when exposed to the circulating heat of the Airfryer.

Air-frying the assembled dish at 180ยฐC allows the sauce to become hot and bubbling while the breadcrumb topping turns golden. Depending on your air fryer and the depth of the baking dish, this should take around 15 to 20 minutes.

Serve the macaroni straight from the air fryer for the best contrast between the creamy centre and crisp topping. A simple salad or steamed vegetables can balance the richness. For more warming meal ideas, browse our Comfort Food recipes and Pasta recipes.

Leftovers should be cooled promptly and refrigerated in a covered container. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance about safe food preparation and storage at home.

With creamy mature cheddar, tender macaroni and a crunchy golden topping, Air Fryer Mac and Cheese is straightforward comfort food that works equally well for a relaxed family dinner, weekend meal or satisfying side dish.

Veggie Sausage Casserole


Hearty air fryer vegetarian sausage casserole with tomatoes, white beans, roasted red peppers and red onion in a rich herb tomato sauce, served on a rustic brown wooden table.

Veggie Sausage Casserole

A hearty vegetarian sausage casserole with tomatoes, beans, roasted red peppers and red wine vinegar. Made entirely in the air fryer, this easy casserole is rich, warming and packed with vegetables.
Couverts4 servings
estimated costs pp $2.50
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Cook the vegetarian sausages in the air fryer for 5 minutes.
  • Toss the red onion with the oil, add it to the air fryer and cook for a further 5 minutes.
  • Combine the cooked sausages and onion with the chopped tomatoes, roasted red capsicums, beans, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and mixed dried herbs in a heatproof dish that fits inside the air fryer. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Cook directly in the air fryer drawer if your appliance is suitable for cooking casseroles without a separate dish.
  • Cook for 20 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Serve hot with an extra grinding of black pepper.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Veggie Sausage Casserole hot with crusty Bread, mashed potatoes or a simple green salad. For a more substantial meal, serve it with rice or roasted potatoes to soak up the rich tomato and bean sauce.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover casserole to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat thoroughly before serving. The casserole can be reheated in the air fryer or microwave. Browse our Store Food recipes for more dishes suitable for preparing and storing.

Wine Advice

A fruity Merlot pairs nicely with this casserole. Its soft fruit character works well with the tomato sauce, beans and savoury vegetarian sausages without overwhelming the vegetables.

Nutrition values

Calories: 310 kcal | koolhydraten: 37 g | Eiwitten: 18 g | Vet: 10 g | Verzadigd vet: 2 g | Natrium: 720 mg | Suiker: 10 g
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About this recipe

Veggie Sausage Casserole is a simple, warming meal built around vegetarian sausages, beans, tomatoes and roasted red peppers. Everything comes together in a rich tomato-based sauce flavoured with red wine vinegar, dried herbs and Worcestershire sauce. The result is filling enough for dinner while remaining an easy way to put more vegetables and beans on the table.

The recipe is particularly convenient because it can be prepared in the Airfryer. The sausages are cooked first, followed by the onion, before all the ingredients are combined and cooked together. This gives the sausages and onion some initial colour while still allowing their flavours to become part of the finished sauce.

A hearty vegetarian sausage and bean casserole

Beans play an important role in making this casserole substantial. Both borlotti and cannellini beans work well, so you can simply use whichever you have available. Draining and rinsing canned beans before adding them removes the packing liquid and allows them to absorb more of the flavour from the tomato sauce.

The roasted red capsicums bring sweetness and a soft texture that complements the tomatoes. Using peppers from a jar also keeps preparation to a minimum. Together with the onion and beans, they make this a useful addition to our collection of Vegetables recipes.

A teaspoon of red wine vinegar adds acidity and keeps the tomato sauce from tasting too heavy. Mixed dried herbs provide an easy savoury background, while a small dash of Worcestershire sauce adds extra depth. If you are preparing the recipe for a strict vegetarian, check the Worcestershire sauce carefully because traditional versions can contain anchovies. Choose a vegetarian version when necessary.

An easy air fryer dinner

Once everything has been combined, the casserole needs around 20 minutes to finish cooking. Use a heatproof dish that fits comfortably inside your air fryer unless the manufacturer’s instructions specifically state that wet dishes can be cooked directly in the drawer. During this final stage, the sauce thickens and the flavours of the sausages, beans and vegetables come together.

Serve the casserole by itself for a simple meal or add crusty Bread, rice, mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes. You can find more similar meal ideas in our Casserole recipes and One Pot Dinner recipes.

Leftovers can be useful for lunch or dinner the following day. Cool them promptly, refrigerate in a covered container and reheat thoroughly before eating. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance about safe preparation and storage of food at home.

With its combination of vegetarian sausages, creamy beans, sweet roasted peppers and tomato sauce, Veggie Sausage Casserole is uncomplicated comfort food that works especially well during the cooler months and requires very little hands-on preparation.

Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken


Bacon-wrapped air fryer chicken glazed with barbecue sauce and topped with melted cheddar, served with golden potato wedges, vegetables and tomato sauce on a rustic brown wooden table.

Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts wrapped in smoky bacon, brushed with barbecue sauce and finished with melted cheddar. An easy air fryer dinner with plenty of savoury, smoky flavour.
Couverts4 servings
estimated costs pp $3.25
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Equipment

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 190ยฐC.
  • Wrap the chicken breasts with the smoked streaky bacon rashers, winding them around the chicken widthways.
  • If the chicken breasts are very thick, cook them in the air fryer for 10 minutes before continuing. For thinner chicken breasts, continue directly with the next step.
  • Brush the bacon-wrapped chicken all over with the barbecue sauce and scatter the grated cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Cook in the air fryer for a further 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese has melted. If using thicker chicken breasts that were precooked for 10 minutes, allow approximately 15 minutes for this final cooking stage.
  • Serve hot with vegetables, potato wedges and tomato sauce.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken straight from the air fryer while the cheddar is hot and melted. Potato wedges and vegetables turn it into an easy Dinner, while a crisp salad is a good alternative if you prefer a lighter side dish.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover chicken to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 days and reheat thoroughly before serving. The air fryer is ideal for reheating because it helps the bacon regain some of its texture. Browse our Store Food recipes for more storage-friendly ideas.

Wine Advice

A fruity Zinfandel is a particularly good partner for this dish. Its generous fruit character works with the sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, while its fuller flavour stands up well to the bacon, cheddar and chicken.

Nutrition values

Calories: 315 kcal | koolhydraten: 9 g | Eiwitten: 34 g | Vet: 16 g | Verzadigd vet: 7 g | Natrium: 790 mg | Suiker: 7 g
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About this recipe

Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken combines several big flavours in one surprisingly simple air fryer dish. Tender chicken is wrapped in smoky streaky bacon, brushed generously with barbecue sauce and topped with grated cheddar cheese. The result is juicy chicken surrounded by savoury bacon with a sticky barbecue coating and a layer of melted cheese on top.

The recipe requires very little preparation, making it particularly useful when you want a satisfying dinner without spending much time in the kitchen. Most of the work consists of wrapping the chicken, brushing it with sauce and adding the cheese. The Airfryer handles the rest.

Cooking bacon-wrapped chicken in the air fryer

The thickness of the chicken breasts is important when determining the cooking time. Thick chicken breasts need an initial 10 minutes in the air fryer before the barbecue sauce and cheese are added. Thinner pieces can move directly to the sauce and cheese stage. This prevents the toppings from cooking for too long while the centre of a thick piece of chicken is still coming up to temperature.

Wrapping the chicken widthways with smoked streaky bacon adds flavour while also helping protect the surface of the chicken during cooking. The barbecue sauce brings sweetness, acidity and smoky flavour, while cheddar provides a rich finish. If this combination appeals to you, explore our Bacon recipes and Chicken recipes for more ideas.

The final cooking time can vary slightly depending on the thickness of the chicken and the particular air fryer being used. Rather than relying solely on time, always check that the chicken is completely cooked before serving.

An easy chicken dinner with plenty of flavour

Potato wedges and vegetables are simple accompaniments and turn the chicken into a complete Main Course. Tomato sauce can be served alongside as suggested in the original recipe, although the barbecue-coated chicken already provides plenty of flavour. A fresh salad is another good option when you want something lighter alongside the rich bacon and cheese.

The combination also makes this dish suitable for a casual family meal or a relaxed weekend dinner. For more quick everyday ideas, browse our Quick Dinner collection.

Leftovers should be cooled and refrigerated promptly. When reheating, make sure the chicken is heated thoroughly throughout. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional information about safe preparation, cooking and storage of food at home.

Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken is ultimately about getting maximum flavour from a short ingredient list. Smoky bacon, tangy barbecue sauce and melted cheddar transform simple chicken breasts into a hearty air fryer meal that requires only a few minutes of hands-on preparation.

Breakfast Muffin Fry-Up


Golden zucchini feta fritters with fresh herbs and creamy yogurt dip on a rustic wooden table.

Breakfast Muffin Fry-Up

A hearty air fryer breakfast with a toasted English muffin, sausage, bacon, mushrooms, tomato and egg. The muffin becomes an edible breakfast basket filled with a soft-cooked egg and served with all the classic fry-up favourites.
Couverts4 servings
Total time 45 minutes
estimated costs pp $4.25
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Split the English muffins in half. Take one half of each muffin and use a small round cutter or knife to cut a circle from the centre, leaving a 2 cm thick ring.
  • Toast both the whole muffin halves and rings in the air fryer for 5โ€“6 minutes. Remove them and spread butter over the whole muffin halves. Place a toasted ring on top of each one to create a raised border. Set aside.
  • Toss the mushrooms with the olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Cook the sausages in the air fryer for 4 minutes, until beginning to soften. Add the tomato halves and mushrooms and cook for a further 4 minutes.
  • Add the bacon rashers and hash browns and cook for another 4 minutes.
  • Place a prepared muffin in a small cup or ramekin. Carefully pour an egg into the centre of the muffin and place it in the air fryer. Repeat with the remaining muffins and eggs.
  • Cook for 6 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
  • Spoon the mushrooms over the tomatoes. Place the bacon over the sausages and arrange everything in the basket.
  • Cook for a final 3 minutes.
  • If using baked beans, heat them separately and serve alongside the breakfast.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the Breakfast Muffin Fry-Up immediately while the egg is warm and the muffin is still crisp. Add the optional baked beans for a more substantial meal. It is ideal for a leisurely Breakfast or Brunch.

Storage Advice

This dish is best eaten immediately, particularly because of the cooked egg and toasted muffin. Leftover sausages, bacon, mushrooms and hash browns can be cooled and refrigerated separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days. Reheat thoroughly in the air fryer before serving. Find more practical ideas in our Store Food recipes.

Wine Advice

If serving this fry-up for brunch, a glass of crisp, sparkling Cava is a surprisingly good match. Its fresh acidity and bubbles cut through the richness of the bacon, sausage and egg while refreshing the palate between bites.

Nutrition values

Serving: 1 breakfast serving | Calories: 785 kcal | koolhydraten: 62 g | Eiwitten: 38 g | Vet: 43 g | Verzadigd vet: 15 g | Natrium: 1850 mg | Suiker: 10 g
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About this recipe

The Breakfast Muffin Fry-Up takes the familiar ingredients of a hearty cooked breakfast and gives them a clever air fryer twist. Instead of simply serving an egg alongside toast, an English muffin is transformed into a small edible basket that holds the egg while it cooks. Add sausages, bacon, mushrooms, tomato and hash browns and you have a substantial breakfast that brings several classic flavours together on one plate.

This recipe fits naturally into our collection of England recipes. Although it is not a traditional full English breakfast in the strictest sense, many of its most recognisable ingredients are present. Baked beans can also be added for anyone who wants to take the breakfast another step in that direction.

A complete breakfast from the air fryer

One of the advantages of this recipe is that most of the cooking takes place in the Airfryer. The ingredients are added in stages because they require different cooking times. Sausages go in first, followed by the tomatoes and mushrooms. Bacon and hash browns are added later, allowing everything to finish cooking at roughly the same time.

The English muffin is the playful centrepiece. After splitting the muffin, a circle is removed from one half to create a thick ring. Toasting the muffin before assembling it gives it enough structure to support the egg. The ring is placed on top of the buttered muffin base, creating a border that helps keep the raw egg in place during cooking.

For more morning inspiration, browse our Breakfast recipes. The combination of bacon and egg also makes this a good fit alongside our Bacon recipes and Eggs recipes.

Perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast

This is not really a grab-and-go breakfast. It is much better suited to a weekend morning when there is time for something substantial. Serve each person one egg-filled muffin with sausages, bacon, mushrooms, tomato and hash browns. Warm baked beans can be added on the side if desired.

The recipe is also well suited to Brunch, particularly when breakfast is being served later in the morning. Because several components are involved, preparing the ingredients before starting the air fryer makes the cooking process considerably easier.

The egg can be cooked according to personal preference. A slightly shorter cooking time produces a softer yolk, while leaving it in the air fryer longer gives a firmer result. Always make sure meat products are cooked safely before serving. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional information about safe food preparation and handling at home.

With its crisp muffin, warm egg and generous collection of traditional breakfast favourites, the Breakfast Muffin Fry-Up is a fun way to turn a familiar cooked breakfast into something a little different while making excellent use of the air fryer.

Zucchini Feta Fritters


Golden zucchini feta fritters with fresh herbs and creamy yogurt dip on a rustic wooden table.

Zucchini Feta Fritters

Crispy zucchini and feta fritters made in the air fryer with fresh herbs, garlic and breadcrumbs. Golden on the outside, tender inside and delicious served with a simple yogurt drizzle.
Couverts4 servings
Total time 1 hour 45 minutes
estimated costs pp $2.25
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the grated zucchini in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sea salt. Mix well and set aside for 1 hour.
  • Transfer the zucchini to a colander and drain. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Return the zucchini to a clean bowl.
  • Combine the feta cheese, green onions, parsley and dill in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the flour and toss well. Season with black pepper.
  • Add the egg and breadcrumbs and mix to combine.
  • Shape the mixture into eight fritters and arrange them on an air fryer tray. Brush both sides lightly with oil.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 180ยฐC.
  • Arrange the fritters in a single layer and air-fry for 12 minutes. Turn and air-fry for a further 5โ€“8 minutes, until golden and firm. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Serve warm with yogurt drizzled with olive oil.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Advice

Serve the zucchini feta fritters warm with thick yogurt drizzled with olive oil. They work beautifully as an Appetizer, light lunch or Side Dish. A simple tomato and cucumber salad makes a fresh accompaniment.

Storage Advice

Allow leftover fritters to cool completely before placing them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 180ยฐC for a few minutes to restore their crisp exterior. Browse our Store Food recipes for more make-ahead and storage-friendly ideas.

Wine Advice

A fresh Sauvignon Blanc pairs particularly well with these fritters. Its lively acidity and fresh character balance the salty feta, creamy yogurt and herbs while complementing the delicate flavour of the zucchini.

Nutrition values

Serving: 2 fritters | Calories: 205 kcal | koolhydraten: 22 g | Eiwitten: 9 g | Vet: 10 g | Verzadigd vet: 4 g | Natrium: 610 mg | Suiker: 5 g
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About this recipe

Zucchini Feta Fritters are a fresh and savoury combination of grated zucchini, salty feta cheese and aromatic herbs. Cooking them in the air fryer gives the outside a pleasantly golden finish while keeping the centre tender. Served with cool yogurt and a drizzle of olive oil, they make an easy vegetable dish that works as a starter, snack, side dish or light lunch.

Zucchini contains a considerable amount of water, so removing excess moisture is one of the most important parts of this recipe. Salting the grated zucchini and allowing it to rest draws out moisture before cooking. After draining, squeezing the zucchini firmly in a clean kitchen towel helps prevent the fritter mixture from becoming wet and loose.

Air fryer zucchini fritters with feta

Feta adds both flavour and texture. Its salty, slightly tangy character works naturally with zucchini and is especially good alongside fresh parsley, dill and green onions. These flavours give the fritters a distinctly Mediterranean character and make them a natural addition to our collection of Greek recipes and Mediterranean recipes.

The egg, flour and breadcrumbs help bind the vegetables and cheese together. Once mixed, the mixture can be shaped into eight fritters. Brushing both sides lightly with vegetable or sunflower oil encourages browning without the amount of oil normally required for pan-frying.

The Airfryer is particularly useful here because circulating hot air cooks the fritters evenly while creating a golden exterior. Turning them partway through cooking allows both sides to brown. Depending on the size of your air fryer, cooking in batches may be necessary. Avoid overcrowding the basket or tray because good airflow is essential for an evenly cooked result.

How to serve zucchini feta fritters

These fritters are best served warm, shortly after cooking. Thick yogurt drizzled with olive oil provides a cool, creamy contrast to the warm feta and zucchini. You can also serve them with a fresh salad or alongside other dishes from our Vegetables recipes.

They are versatile enough for several occasions. Serve them as part of a casual brunch, place them on a platter with other Fingerfood, or use them as a vegetable side dish for dinner. Because they can be reheated in the air fryer, leftovers are also easy to enjoy the following day.

When preparing and storing dishes containing eggs and dairy products, sensible food handling is important. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional guidance about safe food preparation and storage at home.

With fresh vegetables, herbs, feta and a crisp air-fried exterior, these Zucchini Feta Fritters are an easy way to turn everyday zucchini into a flavourful dish that can move effortlessly from lunch to dinner or onto a party platter.

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