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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    26 Ways to Make Frozen Food Better in Your Air Fryer

    Published: Aug 5, 2024 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Discover 26 clever tips and tricks to make the most out of your air fryer and take your frozen food to the next level. From crispy fries to juicy steak, these secrets will help you achieve perfect results every time. Say goodbye to soggy snacks and hello to delicious, crispy treats with these easy hacks!

    Bacon

    Air fryer bacon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Achieve perfectly crispy and delicious bacon, straight from the freezer. All thanks to your air fryer!

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    Shrimp

    A bowl of air fryer shrimp.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with this quick and tasty appetizer with air-fried shrimp, seasoned to perfection.

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    Meatballs

    A stack of meatballs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Frozen meatballs are a simple and convenient way to whip up a tasty meal that the kids will love.

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    Crinkle Fries

    Crinkle fries.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Just drizzle with olive oil, season, and pop your fries in the air fryer for a tasty treat.

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    Chicken Patties

    A stack of chicken patties.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook frozen chicken patties in your air fryer and serve as burgers or with your favorite sides.

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    Cauliflower

    Cauliflower in a bowl.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with this simple and tasty air fryer cauliflower recipe.

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    Mozzarella Sticks

    Mozarella sticks.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Try the easy way to cook America's favorite fried cheese snack in the air fryer.

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    Pork Chops

    A pork chop on a small chopping board.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook a tasty pork chop straight from the freezer for juicy and tender results every time.

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    Chicken Tenders

    Air fried chicken tenders.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Season and cook chicken tenders straight from the freezer.

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    Broccoli

    Broccoli.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook delicious roasted vegetables that come out perfectly every time.

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    Waffle Fries

    A waffle fry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook frozen food the easy way by using your air fryer. These fries provide the perfect crunch in every bite!

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    Burgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with the air fryer by using it to cook up any frozen burgers.

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    Vegetables, Almost Any Kind Of Vegetables!

    collage showing how to make air fryer frozen green beans
    Photo credits: always use butter.

    Let's upgrade your frozen veggies by air frying them for a tasty twist!

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    Salmon

    Air fryer salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cooking salmon in the air fryer is a game changer, and it comes out so delicious. Especially when cooked straight from frozen!

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    Steak

    Sliced rib eye steak.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook steak straight from the freezer in the air fryer. It comes out juicy and delicious!

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    Brussels Sprouts

    Brussel sprouts.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Transform your frozen brussel sprouts by tossing them in a sweet honey balsamic dressing and a touch of spicy cayenne. Air fry them for 16 minutes to achieve crispy, caramelized sprouts that are simply irresistible.

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    Garlic Bread

    Frozen Garlic Bread in Air Fryer
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with this simple Air Fryer Frozen Garlic Bread recipe. It's a speedy way to get crispy, garlic butter-filled bread that pairs perfectly with soups and stews.

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    Popcorn Shrimp

    Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Up your frozen food game with this simple and speedy snack of air-fried popcorn shrimp, ready in just 6 minutes. It's a delicious and easy choice for a satisfying treat.

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    French Fries

    French fries.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with these air fryer golden and crispy fries, ideal for pairing with your go-to sauces.

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    Green Beans

    Green beans in a bowl.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen green beans by air frying them for a tasty dish that's super easy to make.

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    Toast

    A slice of buttered air fryer toast.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Upgrade your frozen food game effortlessly with your air fryer. Achieve extra crispiness in minutes for the perfect crispy toast every single time.

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    Turkey Burgers

    A turkey burger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Frozen turkey burgers become irresistibly tasty when cooked in an air fryer, whether homemade or store-bought.

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    Dumplings

    A dumpling picked up with chop sticks.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    Elevate your frozen food game with this quick and tasty dish perfect for a snack or dinner.

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    Sweet Potato Fries

    Sweet potato fries.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with these crispy and delicious sweet potato fries, ideal for a quick and easy snack.

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    Hot Dogs

    Two hot dogs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Air fry your hot dogs for a fast and delicious meal. No more pan frying required!

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    Spring Rolls

    a stack of spring rolls.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Elevate your frozen food game with this appetizer that pairs perfectly with soy and sweet chili sauce for dipping.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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