There’s a lot of buzz about Air Fryers right now, but what are they, really? An Air Fryer is essentially a convection oven that sits on your kitchen counter. It seems pretty great, right? Because it uses convection, the hot air circulates around the food and makes it crispy without needing as much oil as a deep fryer does. With an Air Fryer, you can make delicious food without piling on the calories! Need some inspiration? Check out these healthy and delicious Air Fryer recipes:
01 Air Fried Whole Wheat Pizza
Who doesn’t love a good (healthy) pizza? This recipe from Cooking Light features whole grains, fresh tomatoes, and all the flavor you would expect from a pizza – and each pizza is ready in just 8 minutes!
02 Air Fried Popcorn
Movie night in? Instead of grabbing a box of microwave popcorn that’s full of butter and unhealthy fats, try out Fit Men Cook’s air-fried popcorn recipe. It’ll pair perfectly with your favorite movie or tv show.
03 “Everything Bagel” Kale Chips
Kale Chips! Need we say more? These kale chips, courtesy of Cooking Light, are crunchy, delicious, and nutritious, seasoned with less salt as store-bought kale chips.
04 Chicken Parmesan
Check out this quick and easy dinner idea, brought to you by Skinny Taste. Have the flavor and mouthfeel of a comforting Italian dish, without the added calories!

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05 Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Whether you’re having friends over to watch a big game, or you’re just really craving some buffalo sauce, try Cooking Light’s guilt-free version. You’ll get the same satisfying taste with much less guilt!
06 Sweet Potato Fries with Fresh Dill
A fresh take on sweet potato fries from the Food Network! The air fryer gives these a crispy finish with the health benefits of sweet potatoes. These are sure to be a crowd favorite.
–07 Get Creative!
Make your own Air Fryer recipe! Have a recipe in mind but you’re not sure how to cook it in an air fryer? This Air Fryer Calculator helps you convert regular oven recipes into ones that work in the Air Fryer. It also has a list of suggested cooking times and temperatures for specific foods.