101 Philips Air Fryer Recipes For The Complete Beginner (2024)

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Philips Air Fryer Recipes. Introducing you to our full list of 101 air fryer beginner recipes that were all made using my Philips Air Fryer.

These air fryer recipes for beginners is voted for by us and our readers out of more than 500 air fryer recipes we have cooked over the last 10 years. A perfect starting point for your beginner air fryer adventure.

Updated for 2022 with new air fryer beginner recipes that are replacing the old!

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Philips Air Fryer Recipes

Welcome to myPhilips Air Fryer Recipesand more specifically 101 Philips Air Fryer Recipes For TheComplete Beginner.

I no longer have my receipt for my Philips Air Fryer so I can’t give you an exact date, but we did buy our Air Fryer at some point during 2011.

Since then we have made that many dishes in our air fryer, we have lost count and this month on RecipeThis.com we wanted to celebrate our many years of air fryer cooking by sharing our best with you.

Our 101 Philips Air Fryer Recipes was originally created back in 2017, but since then we have published more and more air fryer recipes and felt that it needed a 2022 makeover and this is what you are reading today, the 2022 version.

We have put together on this page our top 101 Air Fryer recipes along with loads of tips and tricks that has come with our air fryer experience.

Not to mention the opportunity to buy our air fryer cookbooks in PDF.

Why Philips Air Fryer Recipes?

The Philips Air Fryer was the first. Way back in 2010 it became this new original way of cooking instead of the deep fat fryer.

We were one of many to see is potential and get the Philips Air Fryer.

Right now, in the year 2022 we have a Philips Air Fryer XL, Tower Air Fryer Oven, Ninja Foodi and a Cosori Air Fryer.

101 Air Fryer Recipes For Beginners

Below are our top 101 air fryer recipes for beginners. You can also download the whole list below with recipe instructions, recipe photos and without ads by clicking here.

With more than 500+ air fryer recipes with the Philips Air fryer, I am sure you want to know where to start?

Here is a list of air fryer recipes I would recommend to anyone that is either new to the air fryer or wants new air fryer inspiration.

  • Air Fryer Cheeseburgers
  • Air Fryer Party Meatballs
  • Air Fryer Pork Ribs
  • Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
  • Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
  • Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops
  • Air Fryer Chicken Breast
  • Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
  • Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
  • Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Lamb Chops
  • Air Fryer Kale Chips
  • Air Fryer Omelette
  • Air Fryer Egg Cups
  • How To Air Fry Steak
  • Air Fryer Ground Beef
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Though if air fryer fast food is your thing and is where you want to start here are some more air fryer fast food recipes to try:

  • Air Fryer KFC Chicken
  • Air Fryer KFC Zinger Burger
  • Air Fryer KFC Popcorn Chicken
  • Air Fryer KFC Chicken Strips
  • Air Fryer KFC Twister Wrap
  • Air Fryer Chinese Chicken Wings
  • Air Fryer Nando’s Chicken
  • Air Fryer Five Guys Cajun Fries
  • Air Fryer Homemade Pan Pizza
  • Air Fryer Garlic Bread
  • Air Fryer Fried Rice

As well as this, you can also use the air fryer to reheat your favourite fast food staples such as:

  • Reheat McDonalds Fries In Air Fryer
  • Reheat McNuggets In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Quarter Pounder In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Egg Rolls In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Fish In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Onion Rings In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Fried Rice In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Fried Chicken In Air Fryer
  • Reheat Pizza In Air Fryer

Or even better then fast food have you tried meatballs in the air fryer yet?

  • Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
  • The Subway Meatball Sub
  • Spicy Thai Meatball Bites
  • Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Or if a big juicy burger is more your thing, then here are some extra burger suggestions:

  • Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
  • Air Fryer Stuffed Burgers
  • Air Fryer Salisbury Steak Burgers
  • Air Fryer Lamb Burgers
  • Air Fryer Vegan Lentil Burgers
  • Air Fryer Burger In A Bowl
  • Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Burgers
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Air Fryer Healthy Recipes

Once you get through your fast food and frozen food binges in the air fryer, I am sure you will want some healthy air fryer food to balance it out.

Here is our favourite Air Fryer Healthy Recipes for beginners:

  • Guilt Free Air Fryer Veggie Fries
  • Air Fryer Rutabaga Fries
  • Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp
  • Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
  • Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped In Bacon
  • Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
  • Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower
  • Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
  • Air Fryer Jerk Chicken
  • Air Fryer Roasted Chickpeas
  • Air Fryer Roasted Peppers
  • Air Fryer Spinach
  • Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast
  • Air Fryer Garlic Mushrooms
  • Air Fryer Asparagus
  • Air Fryer Harvest Casserole
  • Air Fryer Halloumi Fajitas
  • Air Fryer Whole Fish
  • Air Fryer Pumpkin
  • Air Fryer Acorn Squash
  • Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
  • Air Fryer Banana Souffle

Air Fryer Roast Dinners

One of my favourite types of food to cook in the air fryer is air fryer roast dinners.

Meat is amazing in the air fryer, whether you are just cooking the meat or doing a full meal together in the air fryer.

These below are my personal favourites and must be tried in the air fryer:

  • Air Fryer Roast Chicken Dinner
  • Air Fryer Pot Roast
  • Air Fryer Rump Roast
  • Air Fryer Brisket
  • Air Fryer Boneless Turkey Breast
  • Air Fryer Lamb Roast
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Air Fryer Side Dishes

In the Milner house you can guarantee that an air fryer and an instant pot will be running at the same time. The mains might be in the instant pot and then the sides are cooked in the air fryer.

If you want some yummy air fryer side dishes, here are a few suggestions:

  • Air Fryer Roast Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Frozen Corn On The Cob
  • Air Fryer Cobb Salad
  • Air Fryer Pigs In Blankets
  • Air Fryer Stuffing Balls
  • Air Fryer Pull Apart Bread
  • Air Fryer Toast
  • Air Fryer French Toast
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Air Fryer Baking

If you have not tried it yet, air fryer is meant for baking, like a duck loves water.

Baked goods taste delicious, they are crispy, and they don’t overcook like an oven does.

You can makeair fryer baked brieand then also use the same air fryer to reheat it when the cheese goes hard.

Or if you love sausage rolls, note you can make perfectair fryer sausage rolls.

I also love mygrandma’s rock bunsin the air fryer too. Or do try ourair fryer scones. We also like air fryer egg and bacon pie.

Or keep your sweet tooth alive withair fryer brownies,air fryer deep fried oreos,air fryer apple pieorair fryer carrot cake.

Though my kids prefer eitherair fryer doughnutsorair fryer homemade pop tarts.

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Thanks For Reading

Thanks for reading all about our favourite beginner air fryer recipes and we hope we have inspired you to try something new in your air fryer.

We are all new once and once you get into it you will love the freedom of cooking in the air fryer.

The Air Fryer thatwe own is this oneand it has been amazing for loads of family friendly meals.Or you can read ourPhilips Air Fryer Review here.

Further Reading

We also have a few extra articles that can help you get to grips with your new Philips Air fryer:

  • Philips Air Fryer Accessories
  • The Philips Air Fryer Review
  • The Ultimate Guide To The Air Fryer
  • How To Convert Any Recipe To The Air Fryer
  • How To Clean Your Air Fryer
  • Can You Use Foil In An Air Fryer?

We also recommend that you join our newsletter at recipethis.com too.You can do so on this linkand then you will be informed whenever we have new air fryer recipes.

As we are always adding new ones regularly and sharing new tips about using your Philips Air Fryer.

Air Fryer For Beginners PDF Cookbook

If you would like to get all the beginner air fryer recipes mentioned above, along with all the extra tutorials, then click on the image above orclick here.

We have put it together after many, many requests for a PDF version of all the recipes we have featured, that can act as your bible for getting used to your Air Fryer.

Calling Instant Pot Beginners

We also have a similar blog post forbeginner instant pot recipes. It has been downloaded by millions of instant pot readers and perfect for instant pot inspiration.You can access it by clicking here.

Can’t read it now? Then pin it for later!

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FAQs

What is the best first thing to cook in an air fryer? ›

Brussels sprouts are the best place to start your air-fried vegetable journey. They crisp up beautifully and take no time at all. If you're making these for a crowd, we suggest frying them up in batches as overcrowding the basket can lead to soggy results.

What is the best recipe book for a beginner air fryer? ›

Top Air Fryer Recipe Books for Beginners
  • Easy Air Fryer: 75 simple, easy and delicious recipes with UK measurements. ...
  • Bored of Lunch: The Healthy Air Fryer Book: Calorie-counter, budget & time-saving air fryer recipes. ...
  • Slimming Eats Made in the Air Fryer: Tasty recipes to save you time - all under 600 calories.

How to use an airfryer for the first time? ›

If you're new to air frying, get tips for beginners with our first-time guide to air frying.
  1. SET UP YOUR AIR FRYER. ...
  2. PREPARE FOOD. ...
  3. SELECT SETTINGS. ...
  4. PREHEAT. ...
  5. SELECT AIR FRYER COOKING TIME. ...
  6. SHAKE OR FLIP FOOD. ...
  7. REMOVE FOOD. ...
  8. CLEAN YOUR AIR FRYER OVEN.

What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

8 things you should never put in the air fryer
  • Liquids.
  • Wet batter.
  • Popcorn.
  • Commercial spray oils.
  • Bread for toasting.
  • Sauces.
  • Raw rice or grains.
  • Burnt food.
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What is the most popular food cooked in an air fryer? ›

French fries are arguably the most popular thing to cook in an air fryer.

What is the secret to cooking in air fryer? ›

The key to air frying is air circulation. An air fryer works like a small convection oven, with an especially powerful fan that keeps the hot air moving constantly above, below, and around food that's sitting on a grate or rack rather than a flat surface.

What is the general rule for cooking in the air fryer? ›

To cook fresh food in an air fryer, Jenny suggests subtracting 20°C from the typical oven temperature and reducing the oven cooking time by 20-25%. For example, if the oven instruction calls for cooking at 180°C for 25 minutes, set your air fryer to 160°C for 20 minutes.

Do you have to do anything to an air fryer before first use? ›

It is important to clean the basket and perforated tray prior to the usage for the first time. Additionally, before you begin cooking in a new air fryer just start it off for about 10 minutes before any food item is placed into the basket, to put off any chemical smell emitted by a new appliance.

What to do first with new air fryer? ›

Some manufacturers recommend running the air fryer empty for 10 minutes before you actually cook with it, to let it off-gas. There might be a slightly chemical smell (one manual referred to it as a “new appliance smell”), so have the vents on or windows open. It should be just a one-time thing.

How do you use an air fryer for dummies? ›

How to Use an Air Fryer
  1. Don't overcrowd the basket. ...
  2. It's ok to pull the basket out to check on the progress of your food during the cooking cycle.
  3. Choose the right temperature. ...
  4. Shake or flip part way through to cook evenly. ...
  5. Dry foods well to get them crispy. ...
  6. Air frying presets.
Dec 29, 2021

Do I need to preheat my Philips air fryer? ›

You do not need to preheat your Philips Airfryer. You can immediately put the ingredients into the basket, without preheating.

Why are people getting rid of air fryers? ›

While air fryers are popular, the most expensive models can start to get a little pricey which could undermine their status as a budget item. Many people came out for halogen ovens as the better option. One person said: "I treated myself to a halogen oven to help with Christmas; I only have one shelf in my oven.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

What happens if you don't use oil in an air fryer? ›

One of the biggest benefits of the air fryer is that you can cook foods without using oil, making your meals healthier. Some recipes may call for a spray of or a toss in oil, but when cooking in the air fryer, using the slippery stuff is deffo unnecessary.

Should I oil before air frying? ›

While your Philips Airfryer does not require oil to cook and fry the food, adding oil directly to fresh ingredients when preparing them, such as freshly peeled potatoes or chicken, can create a crispy layer and improve the overall taste of your dish. Note: never pour oil into the pan of the airfryer.

What is the best meat to cook in the air fryer? ›

As with all dry-heat cooker methods (grilling, broiling, pan frying and oven roasting), tender beef cuts perform best in the air fryer. Those cuts include Top Sirloin, KC Strip, Ribeye, Tenderloin and Tri Tip. Ground beef also can be easily prepared in an air fryer.

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