Frozen food always has a reputation for being lackluster. Turns out, you just needed to cook it the right way. I’ve put together a list of the best air fryer frozen recipes that will blow your socks off.
They’re crispy, fresh-tasting, and just the most delicious frozen food you have ever eaten.
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Most of these air fryer frozen recipes require no oil or very little amounts. It’s amazing how crispy fried food can get without oil.
These recipes include solely frozen foods that heat up amazingly well in the air fryer along with some recipe ideas that start from using one frozen food and end up as something even greater.
Sit down, take some notes, and then head to the grocery store to make your favorites!
Note: These foods are highly addictive, so be prepared to be amazed at how delicious frozen food really can be.
I personally use the Cosori 5.8QT Air Fryer to cook these recipes. The square basket allows more room to cook more at once. It’s perfect for my family of four!
Air Fryer Frozen Food Recipes
An easy dumpling recipe made in an air fryer from frozen. Includes a 2-minute dipping sauce.
Hot, crispy, and perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces —there are so many delicious reasons to make frozen chicken wings in the air fryer!
Did you know you can cook a steak from frozen in the air fryer?! It's completely possible and still tastes juicy!
T TAn easy way to make frozen onion rings crispy without any added oil.
These hash browns in the air fryer are an ideal breakfast side dish! Enjoy perfectly cooked potatoes with some seasonings.
Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts are full of flavor and can be cooked right on the fly!
Each air fryer toaster strudel turns out super light with a warm, gooey center you won’t be able to resist. Drizzle with icing, and enjoy!
You won’t believe how easy it is to make frozen waffle fries in the air fryer! They’re ready in 10 minutes for a hot and crispy side the whole family is sure to love.
For a quick and healthy meal, try making frozen shrimp in the air fryer. This dish goes from freezer to table in less than 20 minutes!
Once you make frozen bagel bites in the air fryer, you’ll never cook them any other way again! They’re ready in just under 15 minutes.
Craving comfort food without the prep? Try making Marie Callender frozen chicken pot pie in the air fryer! You won’t be able to resist the flaky, golden crust.
Hot and crispy bacon that goes from freezer to table in just 30 minutes? That’s right! It’s so easy to make frozen bacon in the air fryer without any thawing or defrosting.
The whole family is going to fall in love when you make these curly fries in the air fryer! They go from freezer to table in less than 15 minutes for an irresistible side.
Looking for an easy veggie for the whole family? Throw some frozen broccoli in the air fryer for a delicious side even the kids will devour!
For a quick snack, try this 10-minute recipe for chicken fries in the air fryer! They’re delicious and perfectly for dipping.
Need an easy veggie that’s ready in under 15 minutes? Throw some frozen brussel sprouts in the air fryer for an irresistibly crispy side!
Frozen pierogies are turned into a delicious main dish by air frying them and combining them with sauteed or caramelized onions
An easy way to cook hot dogs without a grill. Can be cooked from fresh or frozen.
For flaky, tender, and crispy fish, try making frozen salmon in the air fryer! A special seasoning blend makes this dish sing.
This frozen chicken cordon bleu in the air fryer is easy, pre-breaded, stuffed with ham and melty cheese, and it’s heavenly!
For a quick dinner, cook frozen chicken thighs in the air fryer! Lemon pepper seasoning adds just the right punch of flavor.
Air Fryer frozen food royalty. These tater tots are cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.
For a delicious appetizer, throw frozen jalapeno poppers in the air fryer! Crispy breading and molten cheese make them irresistible.
You’re going to love how easy it is to make frozen crinkle cut fries in the air fryer! They’re ready in just 15 minutes & perfect for dipping.
A crispy chicken patty sandwich made from frozen patties. It's quick, delicious, and super easy to make.
Looking for the best way to make frozen Pillsbury biscuits? These air fryer biscuits turn out golden, fluffy, hot, and delicious every time!
Need a quick dinner the kids will love? Just throw some dino nuggets in the air fryer! You can go from freezer to table in about 10 minutes.
It only takes 15 minutes to make crispy, delicious steak fries in the air fryer! Use your favorite frozen brand for a perfect side.
No thawing required for these air fryer frozen hamburgers! If you have beef patties in the freezer, you can whip up a dinner the whole family loves in no time.
A quick and easy lunch recipe for the kids that comes out crispy and takes these Uncrustables to okay to gourmet!
Air fryer frozen green beans are so crispy and flavorful, no one will they were frozen! A perfect veggie side for busy weeknights.
How to cook frozen meatballs in the air fryer for a golden brown outside and juicy inside.
Try frozen pork chops in the air fryer for a delicious dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner guests.
How to make frozen pizza in the air fryer so it's crispy and hot!
Satisfy your takeout cravings right from home by making Trader Joe’s orange chicken in the air fryer! Crispy, flavorful, and ready in about fifteen minutes.
Frozen breaded okra is air fried to get that crispy okra you know and love! Also includes a recipe to make okra from fresh.
When you want a satisfying dish that can be ready in about 15 minutes, you have to try making frozen burritos in the air fryer!
A delicious air fryer meal that can be thrown in an air fryer all together and cooked as a one pot meal.
Frozen egg rolls are air fried to give a crispy wrapper. Includes how to make frozen spring rolls and mini egg rolls in the air fryer too!
Chicken Nuggets are air fried from frozen to create a crispy breading in little time.
These frozen taquitos are cooked in the air fryer for a crispy tortilla and hot filling.
A quick and easy way to make crispy mozzarella sticks without the cheese bursting out.
You won’t believe how easy it is to cook frozen chicken tenders in the Air Fryer! The chicken turns out hot and crispy for a dinner the whole family will devour.
A Subway-inspired meatball parmesan sub with a toasted roll made with frozen meatballs.
A simple way to make crispy hash brown patties without any oil.
An easy frozen air fryer snack and appetizer. Nice and crispy with no oil needed.
Deliciously grilled-like hot dogs smothered in chili and cheese on a sausage roll for the ultimate comfort food.
A delicious air fryer snack or appetizer to boost your air fryer skills.
A new way to create an extra crispy crust by cooking Hot Pockets in an air fryer.
French fries are topped with bacon crumbles, jalapenos, and melted cheddar cheese in this easy and delicious game day/party food.
Mexican Street Style Cauliflower is delicious, addictive and VERY easy to make when you start with a bag of frozen cauliflower!
The Best Frozen Foods for the Air Fryer
The best frozen foods to make in the air fryer including these frozen corn dogs!
Ingredients
- 5 frozen corn dogs
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees.
- Place the frozen corn dogs into the air fryer and cook for 10 to 13 minutes, checking the inside with a thermometer to ensure they are heated thoroughly.
- Remove the corn dogs from the air fryer and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
5Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 193Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 90mgCarbohydrates: 39gFiber: 5gSugar: 6gProtein: 7g
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
