40 Whole30 Air Fryer Recipes - Wholesomelicious (2024)

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From breakfast to dinner, and appetizers too, here are some of the most incredible and healthy recipes you can make using your Air Fryer. Whole30 friendly, and all made in less tha n30 minutes. There’s lots of Paleo and Keto options too!

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This roundup of 40+ Whole30 Air Fryer recipes is exactly what you need for building a library of healthy air fryer recipes.

It’s that time of year where we are all striving to eat better, but want to mix things up in the kitchen and try something new. Oh yes my friends, Easy Air Fryer Recipes are here to make it so much easier for you in the kitchen! As a nutritionist, I love taking those fried foods I used to love, and making them healthier and simple to make!

Why an Air Fryer?

I can come up with several reasons why I love my air fryer:

  • Saves me time as things cook much faster in the air fryer
  • Super convenient to heat up already frozen foods! I use this to make my kids hash browns, veggie patties, bean burgers, Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi, and much more.
  • Veggies have never tasted better. You get that extra crispy texture that makes everyone in my family more likely to devour. Their favorite? My Buffalo Cauliflower Tots.
  • Easy and quick weeknight meals that don’t take up oven space
  • And the appetizers!!! It’s my favorite way to make some good apps
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Go Wise Air Fryer (5.8 qt)

Take the guesswork out of cooking with the built-in touch screen menu featuring 8 cooking presets: Fries/Chips, Pork, Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, Cake, Fish, and Pizza. Equipped with a wide temperature range from 180Fahrenheit to 400Fahrenheit in 10 degree increments and a cooking timer up to 30 minutes

What is Whole30?

The Whole30 diet is taking 30 days to eat REAL FOOD without added preservatives, sugar, gluten, dairy, and alcohol. These foods are very prevalent in the SAD (Standard American Diet), and can build up inflammation over time. Cutting them out of your diet for 30 days can be so beneficial to the body! Better sleep, more energy, more mental clarity, and even weight loss are just a few of the added benefits. Many people notice so many other benefits!

40 Whole30 Air Fryer Recipes!

Because January is just around the corner, I know most of you are looking for healthy recipes. January is the perfect time to start a round of Whole30 and to also still enjoy your air fryer. Without going any further, let’s dive right into our roundup of 40 Whole30 Air Fryer Recipes!!

  1. Breakfast
  2. Appetizers
  3. Veggies
  4. Main Dishes

Breakfast:

Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage recipe from Wholesomelicious

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Air Fryer Bacon recipe from A Pinch of Healthy

Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer recipe from Recipe Diaries

Air Fryer Loaded Hash Browns recipe from Stay Snatched

Pesto Prosciutto Egg Wraps recipe from Real Food with Jessica

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Air Fryer Breakfast Cups recipe from Paleoish Krista

Easy Diced Air Fryer Potatoes recipe from The Whole Cook

Appetizers:

Crispy Artichoke Hearts with Spicy Ranch recipe from Wholesomelicious

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers recipe from Wholesomelicious

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Onion Rings recipe from Wholesomelicious

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites recipe from Wholesomelicious

Air Fryer Fried Pickles with Boom Boom Fry Sauce recipe from Healthy Little Peach

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Air Fryer Tostones recipe from Skinny Taste

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries recipe from Recipes from a Pantry

Veggies:

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips recipe from Wholesomelicious

Sweet Potato Cauliflower Patties recipe from Cotter Crunch

Brussels Sprouts and Bacon recipe from Wholesomelicious

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Air Fryer Acorn Squash recipe from Project Meal Plan

Air Fryer Kale Chips recipe from Beauty and the Bench Press

Carrot Chips recipe from Real Food with Jessica

Air Fryer Asparagus recipe from Wholesomelicious

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Air Fryer Baked Garlic Parsley Potatoes recipe from Courtney’s Sweets

Mains:

Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe from Wholesomelicious

Sesame Chicken from Wholesomelicious

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Air Fryer Fish Sticks from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Perfect Air Fryer Salmon from the Noble Pig

Cilantro Lime Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers recipe from Recipes from a Pantry

Pecan Crusted Pork Chops from Wholesomelicious

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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs from The Primitive Plate

Crispy Chili Lime Chicken Tenders with Avocado Ranch from Healthy Little Peach

Low Carb Whole30 Salmon Cakes recipe from Food Faith Fitness

Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken recipe from Wholesomelicious

Air Fryer Meatloaf from PaleOMG

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Perfect Air Fryer Steak recipe from The Whole Kitchen Sink

Air Fryer Whole Chicken from Low Carb with Jennifer

Air Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Butter recipe from Dr Karen S. Lee

Easy Whole30 Sticky Asian Chicken Wings recipe from Healthy Little Peach

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Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon recipe from Courtney’s Sweets

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe from A Whole Kitchen Sink

Bacon Wrapped Scallops from Skinny Taste

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe from Wholesomelicious

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Enjoy friends!! I hope you all find something to make that your family will LOVE!

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40 Whole30 Air Fryer Recipes: Chicken Tenders

Perfectly crispy and juicy, these chicken tenders are so tasty and come together in a matter or minutes using the Air Fryer. Plus, dozens more delicious Whole30 air fryer recipes to try!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings 4

Author Amy Rains

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Ingredients

  • 1lbchicken breast
  • 1largeegg
  • 2/3cupalmond flour(blanched)
  • 1/3cupchopped pecans
  • 2tspItalian seasoning
  • 1tspgarlic powder
  • 1/2tspsea salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Cut your chicken breast into strips about 1 inch thick, and 3 inches long.

  2. In a smaller bowl, whisk together egg and water. In a flat bowl or plate, mix together almond flour, pecans, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and sea salt.

  3. Dip each chicken strip into egg mixture, then into almond flour mixture, shake off any excess. Carefully place each chicken strip into the basket of your air fryer. Repeat with remaining chicken.

  4. Sprinkle each chicken tender with black pepper, and additional sea salt if desired. Cook for 10 minutes at 350 degrees, open the basket and flip each strip over. Cook for an additional 3 minutes at 400 degrees to get extra crispy.

  5. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: marinara, ketchup, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

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FAQs

Is air fryer whole 30 compliant? ›

From breakfast to dinner, and appetizers too, here are some of the most incredible and healthy recipes you can make using your Air Fryer. Whole30 friendly, and all made in less tha n30 minutes. There's lots of Paleo and Keto options too!

What is the cheat for air fryer? ›

Due to its smaller size, an air fryer generally cooks food faster than a conventional oven. So you'll need to convert the oven recipe to suit air fryer temperatures. The general rule of thumb is to lower the cooking temperature by 25°F and shorten the time by roughly 20-25%.

What is the 10 20 rule for air fryers? ›

Converting from oven to airfryer

The general rule is to reduce the temperature by 10ºC, and cook for 20 percent less time. bakes in a 200ºC oven for 15-20 minutes. To make the tofu in your aifryer, set the temperature to 190ºC and bake for 12-15 minutes.

What is the trick for using an air fryer? ›

You can get the most out of your air fryer or oven with air frying capabilities when you use the following air frying tips and tricks.
  1. Preheat. ...
  2. Avoid using too much cooking spray. ...
  3. Consider rack placement. ...
  4. Adjust cooking time. ...
  5. Don't use too much oil. ...
  6. Use a perforated tray or basket. ...
  7. Place a baking tray in the rack below.

What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.
  • Wet Batters. ...
  • Cheesy Items. ...
  • Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  • Baked Goods. ...
  • Greens. ...
  • Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  • Too Much of Anything.
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Is rotisserie chicken Whole30 approved? ›

This simple slow cooker rotisserie-style chicken is one of my favorite weeknight dinners, which is why it frequently appears in my Whole30-friendly meal plans.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer? ›

Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer. Lining it with foil can constrict the air flow and your food won't cook properly. If you are going to use aluminum foil in an air fryer, use a small amount in the bottom of the basket, making sure not to cover the food.

Does foil block airflow in air fryer? ›

Foil can disrupt the airflow within the appliance, preventing food from cooking evenly. Although you shouldn't use foil in your air fryer, KitchenAid® countertop ovens with air fry are simple to clean in just a few steps, and some components are also dishwasher-safe.

Can you put parchment paper in your air fryer? ›

Parchment paper can handle the heat inside your air fryer - up to 428°F (220°C). To get the best results, add the parchment paper to the air fryer basket at the same time as you add your ingredients. This prevents the paper from lifting up and coming into contact with the heating element while cooking.

Can you air fry raw chicken? ›

Place the chicken on the air fryer basket / grate in an even layer, leaving a bit of space for air to circulate around. Air fry the chicken at 415 degrees for 10 minutes. If you have larger pieces of chicken, you'll want to go closer to 13 minutes. You're looking for an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

What size air fryer for a 2 person family? ›

Capacity guidelines for air fryers
CapacityNo. of portionsSuitable for
1 l - 2 l1 - 22 people
3 l - 4 l3 - 44 people
5 l or more5 - 66 people

How many foods can you cook in an air fryer at the same time? ›

Multiple cooking zones

Simply put, these air fryers have different compartments, so you can cook two delicious dishes at once - ideal for a complete meal. Some have two layers, while others have both a pot and a removable basket (ideal for chips).

Why are people getting rid of air fryers? ›

And because they also use little to no oil compared to other traditional cooking methods, they're also seen as a healthy alternative. But now, shoppers have been ditching their air fryers in favour of a different gadget that's said to be even cheaper - and even healthier - when it comes to preparing meals.

What is the first thing I should try in my air fryer? ›

Brussels sprouts are the best place to start your air-fried vegetable journey. They crisp up beautifully and take no time at all. If you're making these for a crowd, we suggest frying them up in batches as overcrowding the basket can lead to soggy results.

What is the first thing you do when you buy an air fryer? ›

If it's your first time using your air fryer, you should wash the accessories first. Some manufacturers also recommend running it empty for a short time — say 10 minutes — to get rid of any residual smells. Check your manual for guidance on this.

Why don t chefs use air fryers? ›

Air Fryers Reduce Taste Quality

Out of the top three reasons restaurants don't use air fryers, the taste is the leading cause. It has numerous benefits and can cook food efficiently. However, the taste can be subpar compared to other cooking methods available at the commercial level.

Why not to buy an air fryer? ›

The arduous cleanup kind of negates the saved cooking time

Of course, you also have to clean the air fryer, and it's a bit higher maintenance than an oven or even a toaster oven. Aside from spills or splatters, which should be cleaned as soon as they're cool enough, I usually deep-clean my oven every three months.

What cooking oil is Whole30 approved? ›

So, we ban the seed oils specifically off-limits according to the Whole30 “no grains, no legumes” rules (corn oil, rice bran oil, soybean oil, and peanut oil), and encourage you use healthier oils like extra-virgin olive oil, avocado oil, high-oleic sunflower or safflower oils, coconut oils, or ghee at home and for ...

Can I eat sweet potato fries on Whole30? ›

Crispy baked paleo and Whole30 compliant sweet potato fries are not only possible, but easy to make, too! Served here with an insanely tasty, Whole30 compliant BBQ ranch dip that you'll want to put on everything. Kid approved, great for a fun snack, side dish, or appetizer any time!

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