How to Cook Frozen Foods in an Air Fryer

  1. If you’re using two cooking trays, arrange the food in a single layer on each tray. Place one tray on the top rack and one on the middle rack; if you’re using one tray, place it on the middle rack. If you’re using the basket, do not fill more than ⅔ full.
  2. Select the setting and shortest time based on the chart below. If you’re using the cooking trays, switch the trays halfway through cooking (you’ll hear beeps as a reminder).
  3. Add time, if needed, for desired doneness. If a specific food is not listed here, set the time for 3–5 minutes less than the package recommends for cooking in a conventional oven.
Frozen Food Setting Tray or Basket Time
Chicken nuggets AIR FRY Basket* 10-12 minutes
Chicken strips and breaded tenderloins AIR FRY Cooking Tray 12-16 minutes
Chicken wings (bone-in) AIR FRY Cooking Tray 16-18 minutes
Fish fillets (battered) AIR FRY Cooking Tray 14-16 minutes
Fish sticks AIR FRY Cooking Tray 10-12 minutes
Fries (battered, waffle, or curly) AIR FRY Cooking Tray 12-14 minutes
Fries (thick-cut or steak) AIR FRY Basket* 14-16 minutes
Fries (thin-cut) AIR FRY Basket* 10-12 minutes
Hot sandwich pockets BAKE Cooking Tray 16-18 minutes
Meatballs (fully cooked) BAKE Cooking Tray 22-24 minutes
Mini bagel pizzas AIR FRY Cooking Tray 6-8 minutes
Mini egg rolls AIR FRY Cooking Tray 8-12 minutes
Mozzarella sticks (breaded) AIR FRY Basket* 6-8 minutes
Onion rings AIR FRY Cooking Tray 8-10 minutes
Pizza snack rolls AIR FRY Cooking Tray 8-10 minutes
Potato tots AIR FRY Basket* 14-16 minutes
Shrimp (popcorn or breaded butterfly) AIR FRY Cooking Tray 6-8 minutes
Taquitos AIR FRY Cooking Tray 8-10 minutes

Safety Tip: *Always use the retrieval tool to remove the basket or rotisserie set as they will be hot. Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.

Please note: Results may vary depending on the food manufacturer. The times listed are approximate based on testing.




How to Roast Vegetables in an Air Fryer

  1. Toss the vegetables with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of oil and season as desired.
  2. Evenly divide the vegetables on the cooking trays, arranging them in a single layer on each tray.
  3. Turn the wheel to select the ROAST setting; press the wheel to select. Turn the wheel to adjust the time according to the chart below. Press the wheel to start .
  4. Switch the trays halfway through cooking (you’ll hear beeps as a reminder).
Vegetable Quantity Prep Time
Asparagus (thin) 1 bunch (about 8 oz./250 g) Trim to fit length of cooking trays 4 minutes
Bell peppers 2 medium (about 1 lb./450 g) Remove seeds and slice into 1" (2.5-cm) wedges 8 minutes
Broccoli 1 large head (about 1 lb./450 g) Cut into bite-sized florets 8 minutes
Carrots 2 lbs. (1 kg) Peel and dice into 1" (2.5-cm) pieces 22 minutes
Cauliflower 1 medium head (about 1½ lbs./700 g) Cut into bite-sized florets 16 minutes
Green beans 1 lb. (450 g) Trim off stems 10 minutes
Potatoes (whole russet) 4 medium or large Leave whole, do not peel 40-50 minutes
Potatoes (petite new or fingerling) 3 lbs. (1.4 kg) Leave whole, do not peel 24 minutes
Sweet potatoes 2 medium (about 1 lb./450 g) Do not peel, cut into ¼" (6-mm) thick French-fry shape 20 minutes
Zucchini 1¼ lbs. (575 g) Slice into 1" (2.5 cm) rounds 14 minutes

Safety Tip: Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.




How to Cook Chicken in an Air Fryer

  1. Pat the food dry and brush it with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of oil. Season as desired.
  2. Evenly divide the food on the cooking trays, arranging it in a single layer on each tray.
  3. Turn the wheel to select the setting indicated below; press the wheel to select. Turn the wheel to adjust the time according to the chart below. Press the wheel to start.
  4. Switch the trays halfway through cooking (you’ll hear beeps as a reminder).
  5. Poultry should reach 165°F (74°C) in thickest part. Seafood should reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) for medium doneness.

Cook's Tip

To cook evenly, arrange the pieces with the thickest part toward the outside edge of the trays.


Chicken Quantity Setting Time
Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless) 4 breasts (about 6 oz./175 g each) ROAST 18 minutes
Chicken thighs
(boneless, skinless)
6 thighs
(about 4–5 oz./
125–150 g each)
ROAST 16 minutes
Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) 6 thighs
(about 6 oz./175 g each)
AIR FRY 28 minutes
Chicken drumsticks 8 drumsticks
(about 4–5 oz./
125–150 g each)
AIR FRY 24minutes
Chicken tenderloins 12 tenderloins
(about 1½ lbs./700 g)
ROAST 10 minutes
Chicken wings 16 wings
(about 2¼ lbs./1 kg)
AIR FRY 20 minutes

Safety Tip: Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.




How to Bake Fish & Seafood in an Air Fryer

  1. Pat the food dry and brush it with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of oil. Season as desired.
  2. Evenly divide the food on the cooking trays, arranging it in a single layer on each tray.
  3. Turn the wheel to select the setting indicated below; press the wheel to select. Turn the wheel to adjust the time according to the chart below. Press the wheel to start.
  4. Switch the trays halfway through cooking (you’ll hear beeps as a reminder).
  5. Poultry should reach 165°F (74°C) in thickest part. Seafood should reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) for medium doneness.

Cook's Tip

To cook evenly, arrange the pieces with the thickest part toward the outside edge of the trays.


Fish & Seafood Quantity Setting Time
Salmon fillets
(about 1"/2.5 cm thick)
4 fillets 6 oz. (175 g) each ROAST 12 minutes
Skinless cod fillets
(about 1"/2.5 cm thick)
4 fillets 6 oz. (175 g) each ROAST 14 minutes
Tilapia fillets
(about ½"/1 cm thick)
4 fillets
6 oz. (175 g) each
ROAST 12 minutes
Medium shrimp
(tail off, peeled, 41–50 ct.)
1 lb. (450 g) ROAST 4 minutes

Safety Tip: Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.




How to Use the Air Fryer Rotisserie Setting

  1. Pat the food dry, tie, and insert the rotisserie spit into the food according to the directions below.
  2. Slide the rotisserie forks onto both ends of the spit and into the food with the prongs facing inward. Tighten the screws to secure the forks.
  3. Brush the meat with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of oil and season as desired. Insert the spit into the air fryer by aligning the side of the spit with the slot on the left inside of the air fryer. Slide the other side of the spit along the track on the right inside of the air fryer until it is seated.
  4. Turn the wheel to select the ROTISSERIE setting; press the wheel to select. Turn the wheel to adjust the time according to the chart below. Press the wheel to start.
  5. Using the retrieval tool, carefully remove the rotisserie from the cooking chamber.*
  6. For best results, rest the meat according to the chart. The temperature will continue to rise while resting. Loosen the screws and carefully remove the food from the spit.

Ingredients Prep Cook Time/ Temperature
2 whole Cornish hens 1–1¼ lbs. (450–575 g) each Tie the legs together with a 6" (15-cm) piece of cooking twine. Tie the wings against the breasts with a 12" (30-cm) piece. Insert the spit through the sides of the hens, so they sit side by side centered on the spit. 26–30 minutes Rest for 10 minutes before carving. Finished temp: 165°F (74°C)
1 whole chicken
3½–4 lbs. (1.6–1.8 kg)
Tie the legs together with a 12" (30-cm) piece of cooking twine. Tie the wings against the breasts with a 24" (60-cm) piece. Insert the spit through the legs where they are tied together and through the cavity, centering on the spit. 60–65 minutes Rest for 20 minutes before carving. Finished temp: 165°F (74°C)
1 whole boneless pork loin roast 2 lbs. (1 kg) Tie the roast at 1–2" (2.5–5-cm) intervals with cooking twine. Insert the spit lengthwise through the center. 40–50 minutes Rest for 20 minutes before slicing. Finished temps: 145°F (57°C) for medium 160°F (71°C) for well done
1 whole cauliflower
Up to 6" (15-cm) diameter, leaves trimmed, core intact
Insert the spit crosswise through the center of the cauliflower. 24–26 minutes or until tender.

Safety Tip:* Always use the retrieval tool to remove the basket or rotisserie set as they will be hot. Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.




How to Dehydrate Fruits & Vegetables in an Air Fryer

  1. Prepare the fruit or vegetable according to the chart below.
  2. Arrange in a single layer on each cooking tray (the slices can slightly overlap at the beginning because they will shrink as they dehydrate).
  3. Turn the wheel to select the DEYDRATE setting; press the wheel to select. Turn the wheel to adjust the time according to the chart below. Press the wheel to start.
  4. Switch the trays halfway through cooking (you’ll hear beeps as a reminder).
  5. Cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
Ingredients Quantity Prep Time
Apples 2 medium Peel if desired, slice into ¼" (6-mm) slices. 4–6 hours
Bananas 4–5 medium Slice into ¼" (6-mm) slices. Lightly
oil cooking tray to prevent sticking.
6 hours
Bell peppers 2 large Cut into 1" (2.5-cm) pieces. 12 hours
Carrots

3-4

Slice into ¹/8" (3-mm) slices. 3–4 hours
Celery 8 stalks Slice into ¼" (6-mm) slices. 6 hours
Kale 6 cups (1.5 L) Remove stems and tear into pieces. 2 hours
Mushrooms 8 oz. (250 g) Slice into ¼" (6-mm) slices. 4 hours
Onion

1 large

Cut into 1" (2.5-cm) pieces
and separate.
12 hours
Parsley 2 cups
(500 mL)
Remove stems 1–2 hours
Pears 2 medium Peel, if desired, and slice into
¼" (6-mm) slices.
4–6 hours
Pineapple 1 small Peel, core, and slice into
¼" (6-mm) slices.
6 hours
Tomatoes
(Campari)

1 lb. (450 g)

Slice in half crosswise.
Place cut-side up on cooking tray.
14–18 hours
Tomatoes
(plum)

6–8 medium

Slice into ½" (1-cm) slices. 6–8 hours

Cook's Tip

Different fruits and veggies can be dried at the same time, but avoid mixing them on the same cooking tray.


Safety Tip: Use oven mitts or grips when using the air fryer.