KitchenAid has been making appliances and utensils to help you in the kitchen for over a century. So, when it comes to the best KitchenAid air fryer recipes you know you’re going to get some good stuff!
Their current appliance offerings are the KitchenAid digital countertop oven with air fryer capabilities and a full-sized wall oven with the same options. The rack and tray system is perfect for cooking everything from appetizers and sides to steaks or chicken!
Whether you have a KitchenAid air fryer or you’re just looking for some great air fryer recipes to try out in general, we’ve got the list. Now, let’s get to cooking!
1. KitchenAid Air Fryer Chicken Wings
The KitchenAid air fryer is perfect for chicken wings, as the large rack allows you to fit a lot at once. Despite the quantity, you can keep the wings spaced out enough that they get nice and crisp on the outside – just the way a wing should be!
It only takes 30-45 minutes to cook (depending on the size of your wings of course) and pausing to flip them a couple times. That’s very little effort required for a really delicious snack or appetizer!
Season the wings with any dry rub or sauce of your choosing. I like a classic buffalo wing sauce, but sometimes do a lemon pepper dry rub just to change things up.
They go perfectly alongside some air fryer potato skins on your game day snack board as well!
If you’re ready for some finger-licking goodness, though, get the full recipe for KitchenAid air fryer chicken wings here.
2. Air Fryer Pretzel Bites
Another great recipe to try out in your KitchenAid air fryer are these poppable air fryer pretzel bites! This particular version happens to be gluten-free, but you can always make a regular version equally successfully.
These delicious bites cook up in under 20 minutes (and that includes prep time)! Top with some butter and sea salt for a classic feel.
I love dipping mine in honey mustard, beer cheese, or caramel sauce if I want something sweet. These pretzel bites are a great snack or appetizer and are foolproof enough even for a beginner baker.
If you’ve got a salty snack craving, get the full recipe for air fryer pretzel bites that are perfect in your KitchenAid air fryer here.
3. KitchenAid Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Did you know you can make juicy, delicious chicken breasts in your KitchenAid air fryer? Unlike other cooking methods, the air fryer is perfect for keeping this lean cut moist during cooking.
Whether you choose to bread them for a tasty chicken sandwich, or just want a nicely seasoned plain breast to top a salad, your air fryer does both with ease.
The nice thing about the large rack system in this countertop fryer is that you can fit up to 6 chicken breasts in it (depending on size of course). It’s perfect if you’re feeding a crowd, but also great for meal prep!
I like to cook a whole batch at the beginning of the week, and then use the chicken in salads, wraps, and even chicken salad sandwiches throughout.
Get tips, tricks, and the full recipe for cooking KitchenAid air fryer chicken breasts here.
4. Air Fryer Hot Dogs
There’s no denying hot dogs are an American classic, and they’re perfect for cooking in your KitchenAid air fryer.
They’re ready in 10 minutes or less, and you can even toast the buns too! Score the edges of the hot dogs to really get that deep caramelization.
I love it as an alternative to grilled dogs, so it’s the perfect option when inclement weather hits. Since the KitchenAid has a lot of rack space, it’s easy to cook for a crowd.
Save the backyard barbecue from rain, keep the kids fed at a birthday party, or just get a quick weeknight meal on the table.
If you’re ready for an indoor backyard barbecue, grab the full recipe for air fryer hot dogs to make in your KitchenAid air fryer here.
5. Air Fryer Apple Fries
To finish off the meal, why not try out these tasty air fryer apple fries? Slices of apple are coated in a mix that cooks up similar to a crust (but with way less work).
With the large, flat racks in the KitchenAid, you can make a big batch with plenty of space. Your apples will cook evenly, and you’re more likely to keep your breading intact.
With limited ingredients and only about 15 minutes overall needed, these apple fries are an easy way to make a sweet snack or dessert anytime.
I love dipping them in some caramel sauce while they’re still warm, or topping a scoop of ice cream with the slices in a reverse a la mode sort of scenario.
Or, get the full recipe for these easy air fryer apple fries that work perfectly in the KitchenAid air fryer here.
KitchenAid Air Fryer Cooking FAQs
Can You Air Fry in a KitchenAid Oven?
You can air fry in a KitchenAid countertop oven with air fryer, or in any full size wall ovens that come specifically with an air fry setting.
Other models of KitchenAid oven that do not have a dedicated air fry setting cannot perform the air fry cooking function.
Do You Need Special Pans to Air Fry in a KitchenAid Oven?
No, you do not need special pans to air fry in a KitchenAid oven. Your normal oven-safe baking pans will work with the air frying setting.
If you have a countertop oven, you may want some smaller pans that fit in that appliance specifically for cooking. However, those are only needed for certain recipes, so they are still optional.
Other Best Recipes For Air Fryer Ovens to Check Out
If you’ve just gotten your first KitchenAid air fryer (or another similar style), I hope you now have some inspiration for some of the best recipes to make with it. You’ll have snacks, apps, dinners, and even dessert down pat in no time.
Once you feel more comfortable with your newest appliance, you’ll have a whole new world of foods to explore! I love cooking in my air fryer, and I’m sure you will, too.
I enjoy trying new recipes, creating my own, and dabbling with new techniques all the time. My husband loves to protest when I make him my guinea pig, but it’s all for the love of food!
My cooking philosophy is that great tasting food doesn't have to be complicated or time consuming to make. I'm a home cook with over 20 years of experience feeding myself and others. I've learned from a variety of different people, things I've learned online, and some trial and error as well.
I enjoy cooking a variety of foods, from convenience to comfort foods, as well as international cuisine. You can rest assured that all of my recipes have been actually made, thoroughly tested, and most importantly: tasted! I want you to enjoy my food as much as I do!
