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Air Fryer Traditional Southern Soul Food Buttermilk Fried Chicken

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Air Fryer Traditional Southern Soul Food Buttermilk Fried Chicken is a quick and easy recipe with less than 5 ingredients for crispy, crunchy fried chicken wings. The chicken wings are brined with buttermilk, breaded, and seasoned to perfection. This dish has the amazing down home cooking flavor the whole family will love.

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Pair this with my Southern Style Soul Food Macaroni and Cheese!

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raw chicken wings on a cutting board with buttermilk and flour

I love that the air fryer takes me back to my roots. I grew up eating fried food. A LOT of it. Back in the day eating fried food regularly was pretty customary, especially among people with my similar background. 

raw chicken wings with buttermilk

Fried chicken, pork chops, catfish, you name it, we fried it all! My family has roots in the south. We specialize in amazing tasting food, but it’s not always healthy.

raw chicken wings with buttermilk

When I got older I learned more about the dangers of consuming certain foods, especially in excess. I gave up fried foods because it is typically drenched in vegetable oil.

The air fryer is here now. So now I can eat pretty much anything I want (exaggerating maybe a little). 🙂

I like to combine the seasoning with the flour. This way the breading is directly seasoned.

floured chicken wings in air fryer

After coating the chicken with buttermilk, dredge each chicken wing in the seasoned flour mixture. You can also toss the wings in a Ziploc bag with the flour and shake.

floured chicken wings in air fryer

Just be sure most of each wing is coated. If the entire wing isn’t coated you will see uneven parts in the breading when cooked.

floured chicken wings in air fryer

floured chicken wings in air fryer

Next, spray the chicken with cooking oil. Spray both sides. Spray at a distance to ensure the breading does not fly off.

air fryer southern buttermilk fried chicken

VOILA! Crispy, crunchy southern fried chicken!

I set my air fryer to 400 degrees. I load the wings in the air fryer, careful not to overfill the basket. If you overfill the basket it will impact your ability to obtain crunchy chicken.

Instead of shaking, I open the air fryer and turn the wings over every 5 minutes. This helps keep the breading in tact.

You can also shake the basket. Do what works best for you.

buttermilk southern fried chicken

More Air Fryer Recipes:

Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

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Air Fryer Traditional Southern Soul Food Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Traditional Southern Soul Food Buttermilk Fried Chicken is a quick and easy recipe for crispy, crunchy fried chicken wings. The chicken wings are brined with buttermilk, breaded, and seasoned to perfection. This dish has the amazing down home cooking flavor the whole family will love.

Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer chicken wings, air fryer fried chicken wings, air fryer soul food, air fryer southern chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 347 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2-3 pounds whole chicken wings
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken seasoning to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken wings to a large bowl. Drizzle with the buttermilk.

  2. Combine the flour, chicken seasoning, salt and pepper in a bowl large enough to dredge the chicken. Stir and mix well.

  3. Dredge the chicken in the flour and seasonings. Ensure both sides of the chicken are fully coated. Use a spoon to get areas of the chicken wing that were missed.

  4. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.

  5. Add the chicken wings to the air fryer. It's ok to stack the chicken, but do not overcrowd the basket. Cook in batches if necessary

  6. Cook for 20 minutes on 400 degrees. Stop and flip the chicken every 5 minutes, a total of 4 times. 

  7. Ensure the chicken is cooked on the inside. Test the inside of 1 wing if necessary. Add additional time if you prefer the chicken is crisper.

  8. Remove from the air fryer. Cool before serving.

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The Super Easy Air Fryer Recipe Cookbook: Healthy Fried Recipes

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The Super Easy Air Fryer Cookbook: Healthy Fried Recipes combines everything you love about air frying with the easiest, everyday 30-minute recipes to enjoy convenient, quick, easy, and crispy meals. This recipe book includes step by step instructions on how to use an air fryer and also provides recommendations for which air fryer brand will work best. 

I am so thrilled to announce that my cookbook, The Super Easy Air Fryer Cookbook is available now for pre-order on Amazon. Click here to purchase! 

Writing this cookbook has been such an incredible experience! I am looking forward to sharing this book with you guys because my blood, sweat, and tears (only HAPPY tears I promise), went into the development of this book. There were plenty of 16 hours days spent testing and re-testing recipes, writing recipes, researching, developing, etc, etc, etc. 

The hard work was worth it and I encourage you to purchase this book and share your thoughts on the recipes! I have included a few of my favorite recipes below. These recipes fit the overall theme of this cookbook and are also personal favorites! Check them out and I hope you enjoy!

The Super Easy Air Fryer Recipe Cookbook

super easy air fryer cookbook

The Super Easy Air Fryer Cookbook feeds your family healthier everyday meals without compromising the amazing fried flavor we all crave, with:

  • 100 easy air fryer cookbook recipes that feature quick prep and cook times―most recipes are ready in 30-minutes or less―and use grocery go-to ingredients for hassle-free cooking
  • A guide to air frying that offers tips for getting started and troubleshooting your air fryer, plus handy charts for guiding timing and temperature
  • Recipe labels that indicate fast, family-favorite, gluten-free, and vegetarian dishes, and “Aren’t You Glad You Didn’t Deep Fry” air fryer cookbook recipes, plus detailed nutritional information and serving sizes

Air Fryer Fried Chicken and Waffles

My favorite brunch dish made the cookbook! And trust me when I tell you, it is finger-licking GOOD!

air fryer chicken and waffles on white place

air fryer chicken and waffles on white place

Air Fryer Cherry Breakfast Tarts

Toss out those pop tarts! They are loaded with preservatives! Make something homemade that everyone will enjoy!

air fryer Cherry Breakfast Tarts

air fryer Cherry Breakfast Tarts

 

Air Fryer Classic French Fries

Nothing beats classic fries! This recipe is easy to make and definitely will be a staple for you and your air fryer.

air fryer classic french fries

 

Air Fryer Barbecued Baby Back Ribs

I live in Kansas City. We are known for our ribs. Make this batch for holidays, parties, or even for a quick rib dinner at home!

air fryer Barbecued Baby Back Ribs

 

Air Fryer Chocolate Donuts

Did you know that you can make desserts in the air fryer? Oh yes, it does everything!

air fryer chocolate donuts

 

Air Fryer Cilantro Lime Fried Shrimp

Seafood in the air fryer takes little to no time! Restaraunt quality meals are available at your fingertips.

air fryer cilantro lime fried shrimp

 

Air Fryer Spicy Coconut Fried Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are my favorite item to cook in the air fryer. There are so many ways to vary a chicken wings recipe!

Spicy Coconut Chicken Wings

 

 

Check out these top performing air fryer recipes on the blog!

Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls
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Easy Air Fryer Homemade Crispy French Fries

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Easy Air Fryer Homemade Crispy French Fries is a quick and easy, fresh recipe that resembles potato wedges. The skin is left on the fries and salted to perfection! Serve these crunchy fries alongside all of your favorite main dishes or dipping sauce.

Calories: 162       Fat: 2G      Net Carbs: 32G      Protein:  4G

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This weekend I made one of the most basic things you can make in the air fryer….FRENCH FRIES. There are a few steps that you will need to make sure you follow to create crispy fries, but outside of that, this is a very simple recipe.

 

raw potatoes sliced like fries

I have made fries in the air fryer quite a few times prior to this. Be sure to check out my Truffle Oil Fries and Sweet Potato Fries recipes.

I have 3 air fryers now. Can you tell that I am obsessed? I recently received the Oster Dura Ceramic Air Fryer . Click the link here to learn more about it. This air fryer is different from the most common models that have a tray and basket. With this model, you load your food into the air fryer, and it has the ability to tilt and circulate the food. It is pretty cool to watch.

Sliced potato fries in air fryer

air fryer fries spread out on a brown surface with ketchup

It also has a dual heating option. I used that for these French fries because I wanted to cook them as quickly as possible.

I still ended up cooking the fries for about 20 minutes. This is the same timing that I have used with my Power Air Fryer XL. The advantage with the Oster model is, I did not have to open and shake the air fryer basket.

air fryer fries in a white can with ketchup

This recipe will work well with any air fryer brand.

French fries have been one of my favorites since I was a child. I like them salted, but not too salty. Be mindful of the amount of salt you add to the fries. Start with a small amount and taste. You can always add more, but it’s almost impossible to go back if you have added too much.

air fryer fries spread out on a brown surface with ketchup

Be sure to take into account the weight of the potatoes used in this recipe. I used 2 large russet potatoes that weighed about 1/2 pound each, for a total of one pound. The potatoes were long in length and perfect for slicing and creating fries. These 2 potatoes made enough fries for 4 servings.

air fryer fries in a white can with ketchup

I sliced the potatoes lengthwise in half first. From there, I repeated this (my potatoes were pretty thick). This results in 8 pieces of sliced potato (4 from each potato). Slice lengthwise to create Â½ – ¾ inch fries.

air fryer fries spread out on a brown surface with ketchup

These fries will pair wonderfully with Air Fryer Parmesan Breaded Chicken Wings or Air Fryer Panko Breaded Bang Bang Shrimp. Be sure to check out these recipes.

air fryer fries spread out on a brown surface with ketchup
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Easy Air Fryer Homemade Crispy French Fries

Easy Air Fryer Homemade Crispy French Fries is a quick and easy, fresh recipe that resembles potato wedges. The skin is left on the fries and salted to perfection! Serve these crunchy fries alongside all of your favorite main dishes or dipping sauce.

Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer fresh fries, air fryer fries
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
additional batch (if needed) 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 162 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pound each, 1 pound total large russet potatoes peeled and cut lengthwise See recipe notes below.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • seasoning salt to taste optional

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl with cold water.
  2. Allow the potatoes to soak in the water for at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour.

  3. Drain the water from the bowl. Dry the fries completely with paper towels.

  4. Coat the fries with olive oil. You can toss them in a large bowl or spread the fries onto a flat surface and coat them. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and optional seasoning salt.

  5. Add half of the fries to the Air Fryer basket. Adjust the temperature to 380 degrees and cook for 15-20 minutes. Set a timer for 10 minutes and stop and shake the basket at the 10-minute mark (once).
  6. Use your judgment. If the fries need to be crisper, allow to cook for additional time. If the fries look crisp prior to 15 minutes, remove them. I cooked both of my batches for almost 20 minutes. Also, use your judgment to determine if the fries will need to be cooked in batches. This will vary based on the size of your air fryer. You do not want to overfill the basket.

  7. When the first half finishes, cook the remaining half (if necessary).

  8. Cool before serving.

Recipe Notes

I sliced the potatoes lengthwise in half first. From there, I repeated this (my potatoes were pretty thick). This results in 8 pieces of sliced potato (4 from each potato). Slice lengthwise to create Â½ - ¾ inch fries.

Soaking the potatoes in cold water will help remove the excess starch from the potatoes. This will help produce crispy fries. Do not skip this step.

If you prefer crispy fries, serve the fries immediately. The fries will soften if they have sat for a while. This is no different than typical fries. You can reheat them in the air fryer to re-crisp.

 

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

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Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls are a quick and easy, low-fat recipe loaded with lean, ground beef and cheese. These egg rolls are similar to mini enchiladas and perfect for game days and Taco Tuesday. Serve with salsa and guacamole.

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This Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls recipe is pretty much identical to my Beef Taco One-Skillet recipe. I just added egg roll wrappers! I have made egg rolls a couple of times before. I usually bake them instead of frying. I am so thankful that I can change that with the Air Fryer.

One Serving = 2 egg rolls      Calories: 348       Fat: 11G      Net Carbs: 38G      Protein:  24G

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I usually do not cook weeknight dinners. I prep my meals on Sundays in advance so that I have more time to relax in the evenings. Now that I have an Air Fryer, that has changed. It has become so easy to whip up a quick dinner in 30 minutes to less than hour.

I came up with this recipe on a weeknight with plenty of time to spare in the evening. 

air fryer beef fried taco egg rolls

This recipe makes a great dish for Taco Tuesday or game days. The first game of the season is coming up tomorrow night for Thursday Night Football starring my Kansas City Chiefs! I can’t wait! The egg rolls will pair nicely alongside tasty wings and dips.

If you are looking to serve these as an appetizer, use less filling per egg roll. I prepared these for dinner. Two egg rolls made a very tasty entree.

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

To roll, close the wrapper diagonally, and then close the sides in as triangles. Use a cooking brush dipped in water, or wet hands to seal the wrapper. Do not overstuff these!

Use your judgment and do a couple of test rolls to gauge how much filling to use. Do you see the egg roll in the very back of the photo above? This was the first guinea pig.

I overstuffed it and decided to leave it and placed a couple of toothpicks along the edge to hold it together.  🙂 

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

These egg rolls remind me a lot of my Beef and Cheese Empanadas recipe. Be sure to check it out as well.

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

Don’t have an Air Fryer? You can also bake the egg rolls using parchment paper on 425 degrees for 20 minutes.

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

Do not forget a dipping sauce for these. Salsa and guacamole work out well. Check out my recipe for homemade guac here.  

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Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries 
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Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls are a quick and easy, low-fat recipe loaded with lean, ground beef and cheese perfect for game days and Taco Tuesday.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 348 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 93% lean ground beef
  • 16 egg roll wrappers I used Wing Hing brand
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 1 can Cilantro Lime Rotel
  • 1/2 can fat-free refried black beans
  • 1/2 packet Taco Seasoning I used Trader Joe's
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded Mexican Cheese
  • 1/2 cup whole kernel corn I used frozen
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp chopped cilantro optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 400 degrees.

  2. Spray a skillet with cooking spray on medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions. Cook until fragrant.

  3. Add the ground beef, salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Cook until browned while breaking the beef into smaller chunks.

  4. Add the Rotel, beans, and corn. Stir to ensure the mixture is combined.

  5. Lay the egg roll wrappers on a flat surface. Dip a cooking brush in water. Glaze each of the egg roll wrappers with the wet brush along the edges. This will soften the crust and make it easier to roll. 

  6. Load the mixture into each of the wrappers. For egg rolls of this size, double wrap them. This is optional. If you prefer not to double wrap, you will only need a total of 8 wrappers. Sprinkle each wrapper with cheese. 

  7. Fold the wrappers diagonally to close. Press firmly on the area with the filling, cup it to secure it in place. Fold in the left and right sides as triangles. Fold the final layer over the top to close. Use the cooking brush to wet the area and secure it in place. Spray each egg roll with olive oil.

  8. Load the egg rolls into the pan of the Air Fryer.

  9. Cook for 8 minutes. Flip the egg rolls. Cook for an additional 4 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro. Cool before serving.

Recipe Notes

Do not overstuff these! Use your judgment and do a couple of test rolls to gauge how much filling to use. If you overstuff, you can use toothpicks to secure.

Use your judgment to determine how long you should cook these in the Air Fryer. You will want to ensure both sides are golden brown. Cooking time may vary depending on the Air Fryer brand used.

Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas

Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas (Hand Pies)

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Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas (Hand Pies) is a quick and easy low-fat recipe that makes the perfect treat for any occasion. Even the kids will love them! Less than 20 minutes of cook time!

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Back at it again with the Air Fryer. I have made empanadas a couple of times before. Be sure to check out my Beef and Cheese Empanadas and Shrimp Red Pepper Cream Cheese Empanadas recipes. I love these recipes but wanted to test out an Air Fryer version….and this time DESSERT!

Calories: 164       Fat: 5G      Net Carbs: 28G     Protein: 3G

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Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas

My other empanadas recipes are baked, so they are also low in fat. I will say the Air Fryer did not yield different results than baking. Both methods result in crispy and crunchy empanadas. The cooking time is similar in both instances.

Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas

So if you do not own an Air Fryer feel free to bake these on 425 degrees for 20 minutes. 

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Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
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Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas

Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas is a quick and easy low-fat recipe that makes the perfect treat for any occasion. Less than 20 minutes cook time!

Course Dessert, treats
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 164 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 12 empanada wrappers
  • 2 apples diced, I used one red and 1 green
  • 2 tbsp raw honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp olive oil spray
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp water

Instructions

  1. Place a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add the apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, honey, and vanilla. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the apples are soft.

  2. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add to the pan and stir. Cook for 30 seconds.

  3. Lay the empanada wrappers on a flat surface. Add the apple mixture to each.

  4. Close the empanadas. Roll the empanada in half. Pinch the crust along each of the edges. Roll each of the sides inward. Continue to twist the crust until closed.

  5. Add the empanadas to the Air Fryer basket. It's ok to stack the empanadas.

  6. Place the Air Fryer on 400 degrees. Cook for 8 minutes.

  7. Turn and flip the empanadas. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.

  8. Cool before serving.

Recipe Notes

This recipe was prepared to be a lightened-up and more healthy version of dessert. If you wish to have really sweet empanada hand pies, add your desired amount of sugar to the recipe and additional honey. Taste your mixture repeatedly until you obtain desired taste.

Instead of rolling the empanada edges you can close them by making vertical imprints with a fork along the edges.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

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Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings is a quick and easy low-fat recipe for crispy and crunchy chicken wings. This recipe is the perfect air-fried buttermilk, southern fried chicken recipe and takes 20 minutes to cook. This dish can serve as an appetizer or main dish for lunch or dinner.

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So I can not keep myself out of the kitchen these days! As much as I hate the end of summer, the early stages of fall (when it is still hot out) may be my favorite time of the year. The weather is gorgeous. Football and game day weekends return….my favorite ABC TGIT line ups come back. There are so many things that keep me in a pretty permanent great mood this time of year. Cooking is a passion of mine. These great moods have been yielding some pretty great, quick and easy recipes, including these Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings.

 Calories: 274       Fat: 15G      Net Carbs: 11G      Protein:  20G

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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

I am so happy to be able to make fried chicken again, now that I have an Air Fryer. I gave up on cooking fried chicken years ago when I committed to a healthier lifestyle. That does NOT mean I stopped eating fried chicken! You can definitely catch me treating myself from time to time at Popeye’s Chicken!

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Every Air Fryer recipe I have made thus far has been so quick and easy! I can’t remember the last time I cooked this much on weeknights! This is definitely a great meal for weeknight dinners.

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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries

 

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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings is a quick and easy low-fat recipe for crispy and crunchy chicken wings.

Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 274 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 16 chicken wings drummettes (party wings)
  • cooking spray
  • 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup parmesan grated
  • 1 tsp parmesan
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • McCormicks Grill Mates Chicken Seasoning to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Wash and pat dry the chicken. Drizzle the soy sauce over the chicken. Season the chicken with the seasonings. Place in a Ziploc bag and in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes. I prefer overnight.

  2. Once the chicken has marinated, add the flour and 1/4 cup of parmesan to a separate Ziploc bag.

  3. Pour the buttermilk into a bowl large enough to dunk the chicken. Coat each of the pieces of chicken with buttermilk and add it to the Ziploc bag with the flour. Shake to thoroughly coat the chicken.

  4. Spray the pan with cooking oil.

  5. Using tongs, remove the chicken from the bag and place on the air fryer pan. It's ok to stack the chicken on top of each other. Spray cooking spray over the top of the chicken.

  6. Set the timer on the air fryer for 20 minutes at a temperature of 400 degrees. 

  7. Allow the chicken to cook for 5 minutes. Remove the pan and shake the chicken to ensure all of the pieces are fully cooked.

  8. Allow the chicken to cook and repeat the shaking every 5 minutes until the 20 minutes has passed.

  9. Cool before serving.

  10. Garnish with the remaining parmesan.

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Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

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Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts is a quick and easy, healthy air-fried recipe using grands biscuit dough. Breakfast and desserts are a cinch using the air fryer. These donuts are low-fat with much better macros than deep fried donuts loaded with oil. 

   Calories: 186       Fat: 9G      Net Carbs: 25G      Protein:  3G

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biscuits on a cutting board

This recipe is incredibly easy to make. To be honest, I have’t prepared an air fryer dish yet, that wasn’t quick and easy. That is definitely one of the reasons why I love the machine so much.

avocado oil bottle on a multi color surface

I frequently use extra-virgin olive oil with my air fryer. I decided to switch it up this time and went with avocado oil. Avocado oil also has a high smoke point, which is great for frying.

biscuit on a cutting board

I am not a huge baker. Donuts are one the few desserts I love dearly. I typically use a donut mold when I make my own donuts. I will definitely prepare a gluten-free version next using my mold. Check out my Pan Fried Donuts recipe.

biscuit on a cutting board

Because I typically use a mold, I don’t have a biscuit cutter. I used the scoop from a cannister of powdered protein. It worked perfectly. A great example of how great putting things to use around the house can be.

biscuits on a cutting board cut like donuts

 Make holes in the biscuit dough, create donuts, and throw them in the air fryer.

biscuit donut cut outs placed in an air fryer

You can choose to top these dounts with anything you like! 

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

For extended use, store the donuts in sealable, plastic bags. If you want the donuts to stay crisp, reheat using the air fryer. This will bring back the crunch.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts on a multi colored surface

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

There is so much you can do with the Air Fryer with additional accessories. Check these out!

Air Fryer Accessories

Oil Spray Bottle

Round Pan

Air Fryer Accessory Set – Universal

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Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts is a quick and easy, healthy air-fried recipe using grands biscuit dough. Breakfast and desserts are a cinch using the air fryer. These donuts are low-fat with much better macros than deep fried donuts loaded with oil. 

Course Breakfast, Dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 186 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 8 oz can of biscuits
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 teaspoons stevia 1/4 cup of table sugar can be substituted
  • cooking oil spray I used avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Lay the biscuits on a flat surface. Use a small circle cookie cutter or a biscuit cutter to cut holes in the middle of the biscuits. I actually used a protein powder scoop 🙂

  2. Spray the air fryer basket with oil.

  3. Place the donuts in the air fryer. Spray the donuts with oil. Do not stack the donuts. Cook in two batches if needed.

  4. Cook for 4 minutes on 360 degrees.

  5. Open the air fryer and flip the donuts. Cook for an additional 4 minutes.

  6. Repeat for the remaining donuts.

  7. Spritz the donuts with additional oil. 

  8. Add the cinnamon and sugar to separate bowls.

  9. Dip the donuts in the cinnamon and sugar. Serve!

Recipe Notes

Adjust the cinnamon and sugar noted above to fit your taste. I do not add refined sugar to food while cooking, so I use stevia. Feel free to add your preferred sugar or sweetener. Taste a donut, and adjust the servings as necessary.

For extended use, store the donuts in sealable, plastic bags. If you want the donuts to stay crisp, reheat using the air fryer. This will bring back the crunch.

 

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Air Fryer Loaded Hash Browns

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Air Fryer Loaded Hash Browns is a quick and easy vegetarian and vegan potatoes breakfast recipe. This dish is loaded with red and green peppers, and onion. This dish is low-calorie and low-fat but does not compromise on the restaurant, local diner quality taste.

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   Calories: 246       Fat: 3G      Net Carbs: 42G      Protein:  6G

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shredded potatoes on a cutting board

So I am back at it again with the air fryer. If you do not own one, why not?! Click the link above and join me on this journey. I will have plenty more air fryer recipes on the agenda this year. Stay tuned.

chopped red and green peppers and chopped onions on a cutting board

I LOVE potatoes. I am pretty much a fan of all carbs. Carbs are just so darn comforting!

hashbrowns in an air fryer with chopped vegetables

So of course, I am a huge fan of the breakfast hash browns served by fast-food establishments. These hash browns are unhealthy and loaded with fat, but sheesh they taste so freaking good!

hashbrowns in an air fryer with chopped vegetables

Help me out, air fryer! Let’s take Chick-fil-A as an example. I really hate to call out Chick-fil-A because I love the customer experience they provide. They are always so nice!

air fryer hash browns in an orange bowl

But, it has to be done. One serving of hash browns from Chick-fil-A has 240 calories and 13 grams of fat. I am less concerned with the calories and more concerned with the fat.

close up photo of air fryer hash browns

Potatoes do not have much fat. The fat in hash browns lies in the oil or grease used to fry them. Using the air fryer will save 15 grams of fat. All hail, the air fryer.

close up photo of air fryer hash browns

I added a little flavor to these hash browns with peppers and onions. Feel free to add your favorites! You could also go the extra mile and smother them with cheese if you wish. 

air fryer hash browns in an orange bowl held with a fork

That will definitely create truck stop hash browns or also mimic the hash browns you will find in the infamous Waffle House. Using the air fryer still cuts the fat tremendously, even with added cheese.

close up photo of air fryer hash browns on a white plate

 

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

There is so much you can do with the Air Fryer with additional accessories. Check these out!

Air Fryer Accessories

Oil Spray Bottle

Round Pan

Air Fryer Accessory Set – Universal

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Air Fryer Loaded Hash Browns

Air Fryer Loaded Hash Browns is a quick and easy vegetarian and vegan breakfast recipe. This dish is loaded with red and green peppers, and onion. This dish is low-calorie and low-fat but does not compromise on the restaurant, local diner quality taste.

Course Breakfast, dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
soak in water 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 246 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 3 russet potatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped green peppers
  • 1/4 cup chopped red peppers
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Grate the potatoes using the largest holes of a cheese grater.

  2. Place the potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Allow the potatoes to soak for 20-25 minutes. Soaking the potatoes in cold water will help remove the starch from the potatoes. This makes them crunchy.

  3. Drain the water from the potatoes and dry them completely using a paper towel.

  4. Place the potatoes in a dry bowl. Add the garlic, paprika, canola oil, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine the ingredients.

  5. Add the potatoes to the air fryer.

  6. Cook for ten minutes on 400 degrees. 

  7. Open the air fryer and shake the potatoes.  Add the chopped peppers and onions. Cook for an additional ten minutes.

  8. Cool before serving.

Recipe Notes

Cook time may vary depending on the air fryer brand that you use. Check in on your hashbrowns after they have cooked for 15 minutes. This will allow you gauge how much additional time (if any) you will need. I like to check this by tasting a small portion to see if the hash browns are crunchy enough, or if they will need additional cook time.

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Whole 30, Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash Browns

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Whole 30, Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash Browns is a quick and easy recipe that only uses five ingredients. This is a great plant-based vegan and vegetarian, low-calorie, and low-fat recipe and each serving has around 100 calories! Move over sweet potato fries!

   Calories: 134       Fat: 1G      Net Carbs: 23G      Protein:  2G

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raw sweet potato shredded next to a cheese grater

Throughout the week I am in such a hurry in the mornings. I usually have a grab and go breakfast. I want to make a goal to have a sit-down breakfast on the weekend. 

grated raw sweet potatoes

The air fryer helps to make that a pretty easy task. I love the ingredients in this recipe. I only used a handful, and they are all natural/real-food/plant-based ingredients. This recipe is sure to fit in with your Whole 30 or Paleo regimen….or if you are like me just your plain ole’ healthy lifestyle regimen.

grated sweet potatoes in cold water

I have a few friends who have done Whole 30 and Paleo. They have all loved it for weight loss reasons.

sweet potato hash browns in a white bowl

Whole 30 operates under the notion that certain food groups with sugar, dairy, grains, and legumes could have a negative impact on your health. Things like chronic pain, fatigue, skin issues, and a host of others are cited as potential side effects.

sweet potato hash browns in a white bowl

The foods noted above are completely stripped from your diet for 30 days. This allows your body to heal from whatever effects these foods may have caused.

sweet potato hash browns with parsley

The paleo diet follows the principle of eating similar to cavemen. You can eat anything that could be hunt and gathered.

Paleo excludes dairy, legumes, grains, and processed food.

While I do not have experience with these diets, I have done a lot of research over the years about food.

sweet potato hash browns scooped with a fork in a white bowl

It has been almost four years since the last time I was on an official diet. This is also the last time I was heavily focused on weight loss. Since then, I have adopted a more holistic approach to my lifestyle. I focus more on the health benefits of food and I exercise regularly.

sweet potato hash browns scooped with a fork in a white bowl

Sweet potatoes pack a lot of health benefits. Sweet potatoes are high in antioxidants, can help stabilize blood sugar, enhances immunity, and assists with weight loss.

Did I forget to mention, sweet potatoes are delicious? These hashbrowns are the perfect sweet and savory treat! If sweet and savory isn’t your thing, feel free to exclude the garlic and seasonings. The spice of the cinnamon alone tastes great. 

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

There is so much you can do with the Air Fryer with additional accessories. Check these out!

Air Fryer Accessories

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Round Pan

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Whole 30, Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash Browns

Whole 30, Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash Browns is a quick and easy recipe that only uses five ingredients. This is a great plant-based, low-calorie, and low-fat recipe.

Course Breakfast, dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
soak in water 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 134 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 4 sweet potatoes peeled
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Grate the sweet potatoes using the largest holes of a cheese grater.

  2. Place the sweet potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Allow the sweet potatoes to soak for 20-25 minutes. Soaking the sweet potatoes in cold water will help remove the starch from the potatoes. This makes them crunchy.

  3. Drain the water from the potatoes and dry them completely using a paper towel.

  4. Place the potatoes in a dry bowl. Add the olive oil, garlic, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine the ingredients.

  5. Add the potatoes to the air fryer.

  6. Cook for ten minutes on 400 degrees. 

  7. Open the air fryer and shake the potatoes. Cook for an additional ten minutes.

  8. Cool before serving.

Recipe Notes

Cook time may vary depending on the air fryer brand that you use. Check in on your hashbrowns after they have cooked for 15 minutes. This will allow you gauge how much additional time (if any) you will need. I like to check this by tasting a small portion to see if the hash browns are crunchy enough, or if they will need additional cook time.

air fryer southwestern egg rolls cut in half with black beans, corn and red peppers spread out on a brown cutting board

Air Fryer Vegetarian Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch

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Air Fryer Vegetarian Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch is a quick and easy healthy recipe that rivals Chili’s Tex Mex Southwestern Egg Rolls Recipe. These crispy, crunchy rolls are loaded with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro. The creamy dipping sauce is loaded with flavor!

Calories: 265    Fat: 3G      Net Carbs: 39G      Protein:  11G

If you love egg rolls, you should try my Beef Taco Egg Rolls as well!

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A lot of restaurants have variations of Tex Mex egg rolls on their menus. Two that stick out to me are Chili’s and The Cheesecake Factory. If you loved those egg rolls, then keep scrolling, and check out my latest experiment. 

red, orange, and yellow peppers diced in multi colored bowls and red onions in a blue bowl

I love fresh ingredients! I also really like colorful food. You may take one look at that recipe card below and run for the hills because the ingredient list looks long. WAIT! A lot of the ingredients are totally optional.

egg roll filling close up shot in egg roll wrapper

Obviously, omit the things that you do not like. If you are strapped for time and need a recipe with just a handful of ingredients, cut out the items that you aren’t married to! OR….if you love color apps like I do, leave them in. You will love them!

egg roll in an uncooked wrapper

Fold the wrappers diagonally to close. Press firmly on the area with the filling, cup it to secure it in place. Fold in the left and right sides as triangles. Fold the final layer over the top to close. Use the cooking brush to wet the area and secure it in place. 

8 egg rolls in an uncooked wrapper

If you have never rolled an egg roll before,  your first one may look like a practice roll. Don’t worry, you will get better with the second one.

air fryer southwestern egg rolls cut in half with black beans, corn and red peppers spread out on a brown cutting board

The recipe ingredient list does not include jalapenos. I used Trader Joe’s Taco Seasoning for this recipe. It already has a spicy kick to it. Feel free to do as you wish. If you want spice, go for the jalapenos! Add them to the skillet when you add the multi-colored peppers.

air fryer southwestern egg rolls spread out on a brown cutting board

avocado ranch dip in a red bowl

This avocado ranch dipping sauce may be the best sauce I have come up with to date. I also love how quick and easy it is to make. Avocado is loaded with monounsaturated fat. That is the GOOD FAT. The avocado actually accounts for a chunk of the calories and fat noted in the macros above. Keep in mind, it’s good for you.  🙂 

air fryer southwestern egg roll cut in half with avocado ranch dip

I often substitute sour cream for plain, non-fat Greek yogurt. It also adds additional protein!

air fryer southwestern egg roll cut in half with avocado ranch dip

More Air Fryer Recipes:
Air Fryer Homemade Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Southern Style Pork Chops
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Po Boy
Air Fryer Old Bay Crab Cakes
 Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Oil Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Truffle Aioli
Air Fryer Sriracha Honey Bourbon Fried Chicken Wings
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer Bang Bang Panko Breaded Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Apple Cinnamon Dessert Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Taco Fried Egg Rolls

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Egg Roll Wrappers

Hidden Valley the Original Ranch Dip Mix

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Air Fryer Vegetarian Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch

Air Fryer Vegetarian Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch is a quick and easy healthy recipe that rivals Chili's Southwestern Egg Rolls Recipe. These crispy, crunchy rolls are loaded with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro. The creamy dipping sauce is amazing!

Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 red onion chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 16 egg roll wrappers
  • 1/2 red pepper chopped
  • 1/2 yellow pepper chopped
  • 1/2 orange pepper chopped
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese I used sharp cheddar
  • 8 oz low-sodium black beans (drained)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes and chilis (drained) I used Rotel
  • 1 cup frozen kernel corn
  • 2 teaspoons cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 lime juice of
  • 1/4 packet Taco Seasoning I used Trader Joe's
  • cooking oil
  • cup of water

Avocado Ranch Dip

  • 8 oz sour cream I used fat-free
  • 1 avocado
  • 1/2 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Seasoning

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet on medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  2. Add all of the peppers to the skillet. Mix well. Cook for 1-2 minutes

  3. Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

  4. Drizzle the fresh lime juice throughout. Add the cilantro and taco seasoning. Stir.

  5. Lay the egg roll wrappers on a flat surface. Dip a cooking brush in water. Glaze each of the egg roll wrappers with the wet brush along the edges. This will soften the crust and make it easier to roll. 

  6. Use 2 egg rolls for each. I chose to double roll the egg rolls to prevent them from leaking. If the brand of egg roll wrappers you purchased is pretty thick, you may only need one wrapper and no need to double up. 

  7. Load the mixture into each of the wrappers. 

  8. Fold the wrappers diagonally to close. Press firmly on the area with the filling, cup it to secure it in place. Fold in the left and right sides as triangles. Fold the final layer over the top to close. Use the cooking brush to wet the area and secure it in place. Spray each egg roll with cooking oil.

  9. Load the egg rolls into the pan of the Air Fryer. Spray with cooking oil.

  10. Cook for 8 minutes at 380 degrees. Flip the egg rolls. Cook for an additional 4 minutes.  Cool before serving.

Avocado Ranch Dip

  1. Peel the avocado and remove the pit. Mash the avocado in a bowl. I like to use a potato masher.

  2. Add the sour cream and ranch seasoning. Stir well to combine.

Recipe Notes

If this recipe list looks long and overwhelming, trim down some of the ingredients! I love colorful egg rolls, especially for serving while hosting. Feel free to omit the multi-colored peppers if you aren't into them.

If you like really crispy egg rolls, cook them for 4-5 minutes longer than the timing noted above. Use your judgment. 

Taste your avocado ranch dip after preparation. Determine if you feel you need to use the full packet vs half of the packet.

Feel free to add jalapenos to this recipe for added spice! The Trader Joe's Taco Seasoning noted above has a small kick to it.

If you want cheesy egg rolls, add more cheese than what is listed in this recipe. I would recommend adding it to the egg roll after you have loaded in the veggie mixture, right before sealing.

I often substitute sour cream for plain, non-fat Greek yogurt. It also adds additional protein!

 

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