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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    17 Gourmet Air Fryer Dinners You Can Make at Home

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 24, 2024, updated December 4, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking with an air fryer can make dinner time easier without sacrificing flavor. From crispy chicken to perfect arancini, there are plenty of delicious meals you can whip up in no time. Here are 17 gourmet air fryer dinners that are perfect for a cozy night in or impressing guests.

    Orange Chicken

    Air fryer orange chicken.
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    This orange chicken dish is a healthier and budget-friendly alternative to takeout. With juicy air-fried chicken covered in a tasty orange sauce, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and requires very little work.

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    Fish Tacos

    Fish tacos.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Crispy fish tacos cooked in the air fryer are a tasty option that pairs well with a zesty lime coleslaw and sweet mango salsa. This dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Air Fryer T-Bone Steak with Homemade Garlic Butter

    T-bone steak with garlic butter.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    T-bone steaks cooked in the air fryer are quick and easy to prepare. Serve them with garlic butter or your favorite sauce for a delicious dinner.

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    Air Fryer Salmon

    Air Fryer Salmon.
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    Prepare a delicious salmon in your air fryer in just 20 minutes. With a sprinkle of lemon juice and pepper, this dish is sure to please everyone.

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    Air Fryer Flank Steak

    Sliced flank steak.
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    Air Fryer Flank Steak is a quick and tasty meal that cooks in just 8-10 minutes. The marinade adds great flavor and helps keep the meat juicy.

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    Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops

    A pork chop on a small chopping board.
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    Air-Fried Bone-in Pork Chops are a quick and tasty dinner option. With just a handful of ingredients, you can have this meal on the table in under 25 minutes.

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    Chicken Burgers

    A stack of chicken patties.
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    Enjoy tasty and juicy chicken patties in just 10 minutes with your air fryer. Use powdered seasonings to save time and add a bit of fresh lemon juice for extra flavor.

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    Air Fryer Rib Eye

    How To Cook A Rib Eye Steak
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    This air fryer rib eye steak is juicy and packed with flavor. It's a healthier option that cooks quickly, taking less than 15 minutes with very little prep.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Chicken fajitas.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Enjoy a flavorful Mexican classic with these easy air fryer fajitas. They're quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.

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    Shrimp Tacos

    Shrimp tacos.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Air fryer shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy meal to prepare. The fresh lime coleslaw adds a nice kick that pairs perfectly with the flavorful shrimp.

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    French Onion Pork Chops

    French onion pork chops.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Boneless pork chops come out juicy and flavorful in the air fryer, and you can easily prepare a tasty sauce on the stove. This is a great option for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Arancini

    Air fryer arancini.
    Image credit: Katie Trant

    Fried risotto balls are a delicious and comforting dish that feels a bit fancy. They're perfect for a cozy night in or when you want to impress your guests.

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    Thin Basil Chicken Breasts

    Thin Basil Chicken Breasts.
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    Air frying thin chicken breasts takes only 6 minutes and results in a tasty dinner. With garlic and basil added for flavor, this dish is quick and satisfying.

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    Air Fryer Steak Bites

    Air Fryer Steak Bites.
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    Air fryer steak bites are a quick and tasty option for family dinner, ready in under 10 minutes. Marinated in lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, and herbs, the steak turns out tender and full of flavor.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters

    Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters.
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    Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters come out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside in just 15 minutes. The marinade with lime juice adds a nice kick and helps keep the chicken tender.

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    Mahi Mahi

    Mahi mahi.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This air fryer mahi mahi dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it a great choice for dinner. It pairs well with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.

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    Smoky Air Fryer Drumsticks

    Air fryer chicken drumsticks.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    These chicken drumsticks are cooked in the air fryer with a tasty marinade that combines sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. They’re sure to be a favorite at the dinner table!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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