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We’ve put together a list of our favorite Air Fryer Memorial Day Recipes. Don’t sweat it out on the grill when you can enjoy the cool air inside! You’ll find recipes for steaks, chicken, sausage, peppers, ribs, and more.

We’ve even broken down the recipes into main dishes, appetizers, sides, and desserts. Find your favorite Memorial Day recipes with ease.

Collage of photos of air fryer recipes that are great for Memorial Day.

Memorial Day is a day to show pride and remembrance in the United States for our fallen soldiers who have died in service.

One of the ways we celebrate their lives and history is by coming together, with friends and family, and remembering their sacrifices.

Most people show their support and togetherness by sharing their love of food and community.

That’s why we decided to share our favorite air fryer recipes that are perfect for Memorial Day. It’s already hot in Louisiana in May, so if we can, we will skip the grill and stay in the cool air.

Enjoy these Memorial Day recipes, and remember to honor those who have served and given their lives for our freedoms. 🙂

We’ve broken down the recipes below into different categories: main dishes, appetizers, side dishes, and desserts.

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Air Fryer Memorial Day Recipes – Main Dishes

We’ve broken out some of the best main dishes to make in the air fryer for this upcoming Memorial Day.

Close up of country style ribs made in the air fryer with the air fryer in the background.
4.62 from 198 votes

Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

Air Fryer Country-Style Ribs are so juicy, tender, and full of flavor. If you love ribs, you will love making them in the air fryer.
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AIr Fryer BBQ Ribs with extra sauce being added.
4.84 from 6 votes

Air Fryer BBQ Ribs

These easy BBQ Ribs made in the Air Fryer are going to have you second-guessing every using the oven or the grill again. Make perfectly juicy, tender, Air Fryer ribs in just minutes. 
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Italian Sausage in air fryer basket ready to eat.
4.75 from 8 votes

Italian Sausage in Air Fryer

Italian Sausage in Air Fryer is truly a delicious meal! Not only is this the best way to cook sausage quickly, but it makes an excellent option for an easy meal that everyone will love.
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Juicy brown hot dogs in buns in the air fryer basket.
5 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Air fryer hot dogs are juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, then added to a delicious crispy air fried hot dog bun.
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Sausage and peppers in an Air Fryer basket.
4.62 from 26 votes

Air Fryer Sausage and Peppers

Sausage and peppers is a classic dish transformed and made in the Air Fryer. You'll love how quick and easy this dish is to make, and love the flavors!
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Air fryer brats with peppers in the basket of the air fryer after cooking.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Brats and Peppers

These air fryer brats and peppers are a quick, flavorful one-basket meal with juicy brats and tender, caramelized peppers. Serve them over rice or in a bun for an easy dinner that’s ready in minutes.
Juicy steak on a blue plate with sauce, fork, and knives on the table
4.74 from 34 votes

Air Fryer T-Bone Steak

Air Fryer T-Bone Steak is a delicious tender steak cooked to perfection and packed with flavor! It is the perfect way to make steak!
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Cooked air fryer ribeye steaks in the air fryer basket.
4.73 from 137 votes

Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak cooks up incredibly tender, juicy, and full of rich flavor in just minutes. With simple seasoning and quick cook time, it’s an easy way to enjoy a steakhouse-quality dinner at home without the grill.
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Juicy garlic on a white plate with asparagus and potatoes, the steak is sliced with a fork
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Steak

This easy Air Fryer Steak makes a perfectly juicy steak, perfect for any weeknight meal or special occasion!
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Juicy close up of tuna steaks on spinach garnished with green onions
4.82 from 59 votes

Air Fryer Tuna Steaks

Air Fryer Tuna Steaks are a quick and simple weeknight meal. You can make this recipe from fresh tuna and a ginger and soy sauce marinade.
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Overhead photo of air fried Mahi Mahi on a white plate with green beans and a lemon slice.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Mahi Mahi

Delicious Air Fryer Mahi Mahi is perfectly flaky inside and has a succulent texture on the outside. It is a delicious fish recipe and comes out fork tender and buttery every time. 
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Juicy seasoned shrimp on a white plate garnished with parsley flakes
4.84 from 6 votes

Air Fryer Shrimp

Air Fryer Shrimp is such a nice way to cook a tender shrimp recipe! Loaded with juicy flavor in every bite!
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Seasoned cajun shrimp served on a bed of rice
5 from 6 votes

Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp

This air fryer Cajun shrimp recipe is so mouthwatering and full of flavor! With just a few ingredients, you have perfectly seasoned shrimp!
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Overhead shot of bacon wrapped shrimp made in the air fryer and topped with fresh parsley.
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp is made with just a handful of ingredients. It's the perfect party appetizer or delicious snack – and it's made in less than 15 minutes.
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overhead photos of chicken thighs fully cooked in the air fryer and served on a white plate.
5 from 4 votes

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a delicious and crispy meal that's quick and easy with the air fryer. Made with chicken thighs, olive oil, and the perfect blend of seasonings.
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Overhead shot of grilled chicken breast in the basket of the air fryer.
4.43 from 7 votes

Air Fryer Grilled Chicken Breast

This Air Fryer Grilled Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with a simple dry rub that creates a browned, grilled-style exterior without ever turning on the grill. Ready in about 20 minutes, it’s perfect for easy weeknight dinners, holiday cookouts, or meal prep for the week ahead.
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Whole chicken in air fryer basket, fully cooked and ready to remove, slice, and serve.
5 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

This Air Fryer Whole Chicken is a delicious and easy way to make a large dinner to feed the whole family, or to shred and use for meal prepping.
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bacon wrapped chicken breasts in the air fryer basket
4.83 from 17 votes

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a juicy, delicious air fryer dinner recipe the whole family will enjoy.
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chicken kabobs made in the air fryer with lemon slices and served on a white plate.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs

Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs are a fast and simple weeknight dinner. A healthy way to feed the family!
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BBQ chicken thighs made in the air fryer on a plate with a fork and a salad.
4.50 from 4 votes

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Easy Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs are tender and juicy and seasoned with simple spices and basted in your favorite barbeque sauce. This makes a super easy dinner for two, ready in less than half an hour!
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Air fried Lemon pepper chicken thighs on a white plate with lemon slices.
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

These Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are crispy, juicy and delicately flavored and make for a great weeknight meal that gets ready in under 30 minutes.
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Air fryer boneless chicken thighs on a white plate garnished with a green herb.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs

These Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs are juicy inside, crispy on the outside, and ready in about 15 minutes! Made with simple seasonings and an easy air fryer method, they’re perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Crispy Air Fryer chicken wings on a white plate ready to serve.
4.67 from 130 votes

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

These crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings are the end all be all of chicken wings. Made with the perfect blend of seasonings and a homemade buffalo sauce that will make everyone crave second and third helpings!
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Boneless wings made in the air fryer, topped with sauce, and served with dipping sauce on a tray.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Boneless Wings

Air Fryer Boneless Wings is a simple and easy way to cook wings! You can make them in no time at all!
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BBQ Chicken Wings stacked on a white serving tray that have been cooked in the Air Fryer.
5 from 6 votes

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings are a delicious and easy appetizer or meal that is ready in just 20 minutes. Made with wings, your favorite BBQ sauce, and a secret ingredient that will make these wings extra crispy!
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Air Fried Lemon Pepper Wings on a white plate with lemon slices.
5 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Take your chicken wing game up a notch with this Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings recipe! This recipe uses simple ingredients to give you delicious wings with a lovely lemon pepper flavor. Plus, these crispy Lemon Pepper Wings are much healthier than getting wings from a restaurant because they aren't doused in oil.
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Air Fryer Appetizers for Memorial Day

While you’re waiting on other things to cook, serve up some of our favorite appetizers.

Air fryer deviled eggs on a white plate.
5 from 4 votes

Air Fryer Deviled Eggs

These Air Fryer Deviled Eggs have a crispy, golden breaded exterior and a creamy, tangy yolk filling. An easy appetizer made in one appliance with no boiling water or deep fryer required. They're perfect for Easter, game day, or any party spread.
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BBQ coated bacon wrapped smokies on a white plate
4.67 from 6 votes

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Smokies

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Smokies are the perfect party appetizer or weekend snack!
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Bacon wrapped cream cheese crackers on a plate, ready to serve.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Crackers

Air Fryer bacon wrapped cream cheese crackers are a fun and easy appetizer made in the air fryer. If you love bacon wrapped appetizers, make sure to add this recipe to the list.
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Breaded fried cheese rounds on a wooden cutting board.
4.89 from 26 votes

Air Fried Babybel Cheese

Air Fried Babybel Cheese makes the perfect appetizer recipe! Perfect for sharing with family and friends!
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Golden crispy bacon wrapped around brussels sprouts after being cooked in the air fryer.
5 from 3 votes

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts make the perfect appetizer or easy side dish recipe. Perfect for the whole family!
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Bacon wrapped pickle poppers on a small white plate
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Pickle Poppers

Air Fryer Pickle Poppers are so easy to make, and with crispy bacon and the crunch of the pickle, are perfect appetizers or midday snack.
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Memorial Day Air Fryer Side Dishes

Now that some of our favorite main dishes are out of the way, check out this great list of side dishes. You can make all of these easily in the air fryer this Memorial Day.

Golden crispy smashed potatoes on a white marble table garnished with parsley flakes
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes have a perfect crisp on the outside and are soft and fluffy on the inside.
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Air fryer twice baked potatoes after being cooked and still in the air fryer basket
4.39 from 13 votes

Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

These Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes are crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy on the inside, and so much easier than oven-baking. Perfect as a side dish or a light main, they cook up golden and delicious in a fraction of the time, with that irresistible blend of fluffy potato and gooey cheese in every bite.
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Golden baked potatoes in the air fryer basket after being cooked with butter and parsley flakes
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Baked Potato

This Air Fryer Baked Potato Recipe has crispy skin on the outside with perfectly fluffy insides. This recipe makes a perfect side dish!
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Overhead photo of sweet potato wedges made in the air fryer and served with a side of ketchup.
4.50 from 24 votes

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges is the perfect side! They have a crispy exterior and come out beautifully golden brown every time.
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Cheesy scalloped potatoes being scooped from the dish in the basket of the air fryer.
5 from 1 vote

Cheesy Air Fryer Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy Air Fryer Scalloped Potatoes are the perfect side dish! Excellent for holidays, weeknight meals, and family gatherings!
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Cheesy potatoes in the basket of the air fryer.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Cheesy Potatoes

Air Fryer Cheesy Potatoes are a simple side dish that are quick, versatile and simple to make!
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Overhead photo of sweet potatoes on a white plate that were made using an air fryer.
4 from 4 votes

Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Sweet potatoes are my new favorite side dish! A delicious crispy skin with plump and fluffy sweet potato on the inside. Just top it with a little cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter for an amazing dish.
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Golden crispy potato chips in a white bowl
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Potato Chips

These crispy chips are a healthier snack option without feeling guilty. All you need are potatoes, olive oil, and salt to make these air fryer chips. 
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Easy Air Fryer Desserts for Memorial Day

Now that we have the meals figured out, check out some of these amazing desserts. All perfect for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday.

Air fryer cake frosted with chocolate frosting on a white cake stand.
5 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Cake

This air fryer cake is an easy way to make a moist, tender dessert without turning on the oven. It’s ideal for small batches, quick desserts, and anytime you want cake without the extra heat in the kitchen.
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Cream Cheese Cherry pie made in the air fryer and on a white marble tabletop.
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Cream Cheese Cherry Pies

Air Fryer Cream Cheese Cherry Pies is a dessert with a golden-brown crust and creamy sweet filling that has so much depth of flavor. It is a family favorite dessert in our household that everyone devours. 
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Lava cake bite shot on a white plate.
4.93 from 13 votes

Air Fryer Lava Cake

Air Fryer Lava Cake is a decadent dessert with a molten chocolate center that will curb any chocolate craving. There is an airiness to the batter with a rich flavor of chocolate deliciousness in every bite.
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Slice of carrot cake on a white plate with a fork holding a bite of the cake
4.62 from 18 votes

Air Fryer Carrot Cake

This easy Air Fryer Carrot Cake is  perfect for after-dinner dessert, birthday parties, or any other special occasion! 
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Classic Air Fryer cheesecake with cherry topping.
4.53 from 19 votes

Air Fryer Cheesecake Recipe

This easy and classic Air Fryer Cheesecake Recipe is made with cream cheese, condensed milk, butter, graham crackers, and a delicious cherry topping.
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Golden crispy taquitos filled with apple pie filling on a white plate.
4.73 from 40 votes

Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos

You'll love the ease of thse Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos! They're the perfect simple dessert with loads of flavor!
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Air fryer apple tart with a slice of the tart ready to serve.
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Apple Tart

This Air Fryer apple tart is a new favorite fall dessert. You can make this easy apple tart in the air fryer in less than half the time in an oven! Perfect for a quick, last-minute holiday dessert.
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Apple crisp topped with oats and ice cream,drizzled with caramel sauce in a white ramekin
4.84 from 6 votes

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

This delightful and simple air fryer apple crisp recipe is made with delicious apples along with a buttery, crispy oat topping.
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Golden baked apple pie, with red apples and red and white straws on the table.
4.67 from 6 votes

Air Fryer Apple Pie

Air fryer apple pie is cooked to perfection. This favorite recipe is just waiting to be served warm, and topped with vanilla ice cream.
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Chocolate Bundt Cake on a white plate and topped with chocolate frosting.
5 from 4 votes

Air Fryer Chocolate Bundt Cake

Air Fryer Chocolate Bundt Cake is a homemade cake made with all purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, sugar, and more. It's a delicious dessert that's easy to make in the air fryer.
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We hope you enjoy this list of recipes that are great for the summer, and perfect for a Memorial Day gathering.

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