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We’ve put together our favorite list of the best frozen foods for the air fryer. From chicken breast to chicken wings, tater tots, and more. If you’re looking for quick and easy meals you can cook straight from frozen, we’ve got you covered.

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I love to use the air fryer, and sometimes I need something quick and easy. That means grabbing something from the freezer and making dinner in a flash.

You can make tons of amazing meals in the air fryer. I typically love to make things from scratch, but sometimes life happens and I need something quick and easy. If that’s you, too, then this list is for you.

The air fryer is a perfect little kitchen appliance and is a great way to make quick work out of meals.

Why use the Air Fryer?

The air fryer helps make meals healthier in several different ways.

The difference between the air fryer and deep frying is that air fryers are cooking with hot air and heat versus lots of oil, fats, and calories.

Typically air fryers don’t take as much time as the conventional oven, and it’s a healthier way to make your favorite fried foods.

The cooking process for an air fryer is that a heating element is used to create hot air and is circulated with a fan. This is what gives the foods that “fried” look and taste, but without all of the bad things that come along with real deep-fried foods.

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Best Frozen Foods for Air Fryer

We’ve put this list together of all of our favorite frozen food recipes that you can easily toss into the air fryer and have them ready in a flash. Perfect for busy weeknights and quick and easy appetizers.

overhead photo of chicken nuggets made in the air fryer served on a white plate with ketchup.
5 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets are WAY better than when heated in the microwave and much faster than the standard oven. You'll always receive perfectly crispy nuggets every time!
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Close up photo of golden crispy steak fries cooked and in a basket, garnished with parsley flakes.
4.59 from 12 votes

Air Fryer Steak Fries

Air fryer steak fries, are so crispy and golden. They are a perfect side dish to your dinner, or even a quick after school snack.
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french fries on a white plate with a side of ketchup.
4.80 from 5 votes

Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

You'll be just fine skipping the fast food lines once you learn how to make frozen fries in the air fryer. This dish is super easy and always a winner. 
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Frozen sweet potato fries made in the air fryer - fully cooked and served on a white plate with a side of ketchup.
5 from 2 votes

Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In Air Fryer

Make the best Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In Air Fryer and have them taste like they were fresh cut and deep fried!
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Overhead shot of seasoned chicken breasts made in the air fryer, served on a white plate.
4.41 from 5 votes

Frozen Chicken Breast Air Fryer

I love easy air fryer recipes and this frozen chicken breast in air fryer is one of the best! You can cook this dish easily with just a handful of seasonings and in less than 30 minutes.
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Egg rolls on a white plate with a side of dipping sauce.
4.63 from 8 votes

Frozen Egg Rolls in Air Fryer

Air Fryer Egg Rolls are delicious and easy, especially if you're just reheating these rolls from frozen. Skip the deep frying and takeout and make these frozen egg rolls in the air fryer.
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Close up of hot pockets in air fryer with one sliced in half and ready to eat.
5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Hot Pockets

Have you had a chance to make a hot pocket in the air fryer yet? This crispy golden brown dish makes for a quick lunch and is a great way to make a quick snack. Whether you're making a homemade version or cooking them from frozen, this air fryer hot pocket is one of my favorite simple recipes.
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Air Fryer Frozen Orange Chicken

Air fryer frozen orange chicken perfect for weeknights just dump a bag of Innovasian orange chicken or your fav brand and it’s ready in no time! An easy air fryer recipe the whole family will enjoy!
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Frozen Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks on a white plate with dipping sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
4.89 from 9 votes

Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks

We figured out how to make the perfect frozen mozzarella sticks in the air fryer. Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are perfectly crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. You'll have this dish ready in less than 10 minutes from start to finish! 
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Golden brown juicy meatballs in the air fryer basket after being cooked.
4.67 from 3 votes

Air Fryer Meatballs

This air fryer meatball recipe is so easy to make! Use these delicious meatballs for pasta and sauce, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer!
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golden hash brown patties on a white plate, served with a side of ketchup.
4.58 from 7 votes

Air Fryer Hash Browns

Air fryer hash brown patties are an easy breakfast side dish. Golden and crispy, and all you need is an air fryer and frozen patties.
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Golden toasted garlic bread after being made in the air fryer
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Garlic Bread

This easy air fryer garlic bread recipe is the perfect addition to any meal. You can have buttery crisp garlic bread on the table in minutes.
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Chicken wings in the air fryer basket.
4.58 from 7 votes

Frozen Chicken Wings in Air Fryer

You'll love making frozen chicken wings in air fryer. These Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings are quick, easy, and so delicious!
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Fully cooked sandwich made with frozen chicken patties in the air fryer.
4.82 from 11 votes

Frozen Chicken Patties in Air Fryer

Frozen chicken patties in the air fryer are quick and easy! Made with your favorite brand of frozen chicken patties, you can have a chicken burger in just 10 minutes. Top them with all of your favorite toppings and condiments for a quick and easy dinner.
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Cooked pizza rolls cooked and served on a white plate with shredded parmesan cheese and red dipping sauce.
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Air Fryer Pizza rolls are an incredibly easy and fast snack, cooked in just minutes!  These crispy pizza rolls will make everyone happy, whether they are for the big game, an after school snack, or as a meal!
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Tater Tots on a white plate that were made in the Air Fryer. A small bowl of ketchup on the side.
4.74 from 23 votes

Air Fryer Tater Tots

You're totally missing our if you haven't tried Air Fryer tater Tots! They are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. You'll never want to make them any other way again.
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Easy Naked Frozen Air Fryer Chicken Wings

These easy air fryer frozen chicken wings have it all! Crispy browned skin on the outside with juicy and tender meat on the inside. Add a dash of your favorite chicken wing seasoning and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dinner that the whole family will love. Naked air fryer chicken wings wi…
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Juicy crusted chicken with seasonings served on a white plate
4.77 from 76 votes

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are a deliciously easy meal, ready in less than 20 minutes. This simple recipe makes crispy, juicy chicken drumsticks, everyone will love.
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Bright green and crispy brussel sprouts on a white plate sprinkled with parmesan cheese
4.65 from 37 votes

Air Fryer Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

Fast and easy, these brussel sprouts are delicious bites with parmesan cheese and fresh garlic.
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fully cooked taquitos in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ready to be removed and served.
4.78 from 9 votes

Taquitos in Air Fryer

Air Fryer Frozen Taquitos are one of my favorite quick and easy snacks. You can make this dish in just ten minutes and dress it up with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, salsa, cheese, and more
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Golden and puffy, cooked pierogies served on a white plate with a side of sour cream.
4.61 from 43 votes

Air Fryer Pierogies

Air Fryer Pierogies are made with potatoes and cheese, and other fillings. They are a delicious quick snack, side dish, or meal on their own.
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Golden fish sticks stacked on a white plate with a side of tartar sauce
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Frozen Fish Sticks

Air Fryer fish sticks are a fast and easy way to make dinner or even an after-school snack. Cooking them in the air frying gives them a crispy, crunchy, golden brown coating, making every bite delicious! 
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Chicken tenders on a brown cutting board with a small bowl of ketchup
5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are a delicious snack, appetizer, or even meal that's quick and easy in the Air Fryer.

Air Fryer Corn Dogs – QUICK and EASY!

Air Fryer Corn Dogs are my new favorite way to make this classic recipe. Family-friendly, these frozen corn dogs are perfect straight out of the Air Fryer. No need to warm up the oven or to ruin the dogs in the microwave when you can cook them to perfection with an Air Fryer.
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Air Fryer Biscuits from Refrigerated or Frozen

Easy Air Fryer Biscuits can be made from refrigerated or frozen. It’s the fastest way to get the perfectly crispy, flaky biscuit in just minutes.
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french bread pizza made in the air fryer and served on a white plate.
5 from 6 votes

Air Fryer French Bread Pizza

If you love making frozen foods in the Air Fryer, you're going to love making air fryer french bread pizza. Not only are these air fryer pizzas delicious, but they are cooked straight from the freezer! That means you can have yummy french bread pizza in just 10 minutes!
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2 Comments

  1. Linda says:

    Recipes sounds really great! A must try!

  2. Shirley Rowe says:

    Thank you. Also on FB, cooking for one. Excellent and grateful for this