Air Fried Breaded Chicken Wings are a crispy air fryer appetizer made with chicken wings, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly crushed peppercorn. It’s quick and works well for game day or party snacking, especially if you want dairy-free, egg-free wings with a fried-style crunch in under 30 minutes. Unlike deep fried breaded wings or recipes that rely on an egg wash and extra additives, this version uses oil to help a simple seasoned flour coating stick, then air fries at high heat for crispy breaded wings without all the grease.

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Why You’ll Love These Breaded Chicken Wings

When it comes to cooking appetizers and party foods with ease, the Air Fryer reigns supreme. It makes finger foods just a crispy as a deep fryer without soaking your food in fattening oils! Equally important, the Air Fryer won’t fill your house with an overbearing deep-fried oil smell. the Air Fryer won’t fill your house with an overbearing deep-fried oil smell.

My Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe is perfect for your next sports event, party, Netflix binge session , or even as a full-on meal ! It’s great comfort food that is made healthier and easier with your Air Fryer. These breaded chicken wings are ready to eat in less than half an hour and are dairy free , egg-free, and high in protein .

How Do You Get Breading To Stick To Chicken Wings?

The blend I use to make the flour mixture for these chicken wings is a combination of flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper .

The smoked paprika gives it such a great flavor paired with the garlic and makes an awesome base for added sauces later.

You can also use lemon pepper seasoning instead, or really any other dry rub that you like.

Note that if you use garlic salt and not garlic powder, adjust the salt accordingly.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 pound Chicken Wings - The star of the dish. Chicken wings are naturally juicy with a great ratio of meat to skin, making them perfect for crisping up in the air fryer.
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil - Coats the wings before breading to help the flour mixture stick and ensures even browning and crispiness in the air fryer without deep frying.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour - Acts as the breading base, creating a light coating that crisps up beautifully in the air fryer for that classic fried texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika - Adds a smoky depth of flavor and a subtle warmth that complements the savory wings. It also gives the breading a touch of color.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder - Infuses the coating with a savory, aromatic note, enhancing the overall flavor of the wings.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt - Essential for seasoning, it balances and enhances all the flavors while ensuring the chicken isn’t bland.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Crushed Peppercorn - Provides a sharp, slightly spicy bite that rounds out the seasoning and adds a touch of heat.

How To Make Breaded Chicken Wings

Follow these directions to make this delicious air fryer recipe :

  1. Place chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour in the oil and then toss to coat the wings well.
  2. In a separate bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk until combined.
  3. One at a time, place oiled wings in the dry mixture and coat with breading, then place each wing on in the air fryer basket.
  4. Set your air fryer to 400F and cook for 20 minutes flipping half way through.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F , and the breading is brown and crunchy before serving.

Yes! Flipping the wings halfway through the cooking cycle will ensure you get lovely, extra crispy chicken wings . Remember that the inside of the Air Fryer will be hot so use tongs or a fork to flip the wings halfway through. If you do this as directed, you will get such crispy wings, you won’t believe they weren’t deep-fried wings.

It’s best to keep your Air Fryer Chicken Wings in a single layer while cooking them. The way the Air Fryer works means it will need space to circulate the air inside the appliance . So if all the wings are stacked, they won’t get crispy. If you need to, cook the wings in two batches.

One of my favorite things to do when cooking chicken in an Air Fryer is to toss it in hot sauce . But here’s the thing to know.. Take the crispy chicken wings after they are almost all the way cooked , straight from the air fryer, and toss the wings in your sauce of choice, and then put them back into the air fryer to allow the sauce to glaze over them. Do NOT cook the raw wings with hot sauce or on them. You need them dry, so you get crispy chicken wings.

Here are some serving options to consider for your air fried chicken wings. You can use your favorite wing sauce. Make the sauce I use for my Korean Chicken Wings. You can also use the buffalo wing sauce that I used for my spicy cauliflower recipe. Use plain hot sauce with some ranch dressing. A blue cheese dip or just use chunks of blue cheese smashed into some sour cream or ranch dressing Use Barbecue sauce for an easy dipping sauce.

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Tips And Tricks

Here are a few things I can tell you that you will NOT need to get the best breaded chicken wings –and I know this because I tried all of them.

I found it entirely useless to use baking powder, baking soda, or corn starch. Air frying dries the wings just fine without them. Similarly, there is zero need for olive oil or any kind of cooking spray. Chicken wings have more than enough fat without all that.

These wings are one of our best air fryer chicken recipes and is perfect to serve as an appetizer with a dip. You can also serve them as a main course along with my rosemary roasted potatoes , apple zucchini salad or with a side of cauliflower rice .

  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry them in two batches if needed.
  • Be sure to flip the wings during cooking.
  • You can reheat leftover wings in the air fryer. Cook them at 360°F for 4 minutes. Turn the heat to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Want to make these crispy chicken wings into hot wings? Simply remove from the air fryer, and toss with your favorite hot sauce .

Variations

Air fryer breaded chicken wings are wonderfully crispy and flavorful, and the best part is how easily you can change them up to suit your mood or occasion. Here are some tasty variations to try:

  • Classic Buffalo Wings - Toss the crispy wings in a mix of hot sauce and melted butter for that tangy, spicy flavor everyone loves.
  • Garlic Parmesan Wings - Coat the cooked wings with melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese for a rich, savory twist.
  • Lemon Pepper Wings - Season the breading with lemon zest and black pepper, then finish the wings with a sprinkle of lemon juice for a zesty punch.
  • Spicy Cajun - Add Cajun seasoning to the breading for a bold, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor profile.

Can I Cook Frozen Wings In The Air Fryer?

Can you? Yes.

Are they as good as unfrozen wings? No.

Are they still spectacular? Yes, actually they are.

Here’s the small issue I found. To get the crispiest, fried chicken texture, you need the wings to be as dry as possible.

With frozen wings, they have so much moisture from the ice crystals, that by the time you’ve dried off the moisture, your wings are a teeny bit overcooked.

Of course, frozen wings won’t take any type of breading or dry rub at all, so there’s also that.

But one of the advantages of Air Fryer Wings is that the moisture dissipates faster than in the oven, due to the hot air circulating. So it’s not the worst thing in the world–and it’s a lot better than no chicken wings!

How To Make Chicken Wings From Frozen

If you want to use frozen chicken wings in your air fryer instead of fresh ones, here are a few things to try:

  1. Let the frozen chicken wings defrost as much as you can. Then, use a paper towel to thoroughly dry them, and then proceed as directed.
  2. If you have the time and the patience, put the frozen wings in a ziptop bag. Add a few paper towels to soak up moisture. Place the bag in some warm (but NOT hot) water. This way, the wings stay dry, but defrost a little faster.
  3. You can also defrost them in the microwave but I had very uneven results when I did this, with some hot and cold spots.
  4. Defrost in the fridge overnight.
  5. Use an air fryer and don’t worry about it 🙂 As I said above, air fryer chicken wings are pretty spectacular anyway.

How Long Do They Last?

These chicken wings are best enjoyed the day they’re made or the day after. Too far after that, the breading on the outside becomes too soggy, even when reheating the proper way in the air fryer.

If you’re not concerned about the texture of your wings, they can last up to 4 days after they are initially made.

Can You Freeze Them?

Air fried breaded wings will also last about 2–3 months in the freezer. For the best results, reheat them in the oven or air fryer to maintain their crispiness, since microwaving can make the breading soggy.

OurBest Wing Recipes

  • Korean Chicken Wings
  • Mango Habanero Wings
  • Baked Chicken Wings
  • Hot Honey Wings
  • Sticky Chicken Wings
  • Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
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Breaded Wings | Air Fried Chicken Wings

Equipment

  • PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
  • Silicone Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) chicken wings
  • ▢ 3 tablespoons ( 3 tablespoons ) Vegetable Oil
  • ▢ 1/2 cup ( 62.5 g ) All-Purpose Flour
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Smoked Paprika
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Garlic Powder
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) freshly crushed peppercorn

Instructions

  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour in the oil and then toss to coat the wings well.

  • In a separate bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk until combined.

  • One at a time, place oiled wings in the dry mixture and coat with breading, then place each wing on in the air fryer basket.

  • Set your airfryer to 400F and cook for 20 minutes flipping half way through.

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F, and the breading is brown and crunchy before serving.

  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry them in two batches if needed.

  • Be sure to flip the wings during cooking.

  • You can reheat leftover wings in the air fryer. Cook them at 360°F for 4 minutes. Turn the heat to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes.

  • Want to make these crispy chicken wings into hot wings? Simply remove from the air fryer, and toss with your favorite hot sauce .

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Air Fried Breaded Chicken Wings are a crispy air fryer appetizer made with chicken wings, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly crushed peppercorn. It’s quick and works well for game day or party snacking, especially if you want dairy-free, egg-free wings with a fried-style crunch in under 30 minutes. Unlike deep fried breaded wings or recipes that rely on an egg wash and extra additives, this version uses oil to help a simple seasoned flour coating stick, then air fries at high heat for crispy breaded wings without all the grease.

Breaded Chicken Wings on paper towels in a serving bowl - 6

Why You’ll Love These Breaded Chicken Wings

When it comes to cooking appetizers and party foods with ease, the Air Fryer reigns supreme. It makes finger foods just a crispy as a deep fryer without soaking your food in fattening oils! Equally important, the Air Fryer won’t fill your house with an overbearing deep-fried oil smell. the Air Fryer won’t fill your house with an overbearing deep-fried oil smell.

My Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe is perfect for your next sports event, party, Netflix binge session , or even as a full-on meal ! It’s great comfort food that is made healthier and easier with your Air Fryer. These breaded chicken wings are ready to eat in less than half an hour and are dairy free , egg-free, and high in protein .

How Do You Get Breading To Stick To Chicken Wings?

The blend I use to make the flour mixture for these chicken wings is a combination of flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper .

The smoked paprika gives it such a great flavor paired with the garlic and makes an awesome base for added sauces later.

You can also use lemon pepper seasoning instead, or really any other dry rub that you like.

Note that if you use garlic salt and not garlic powder, adjust the salt accordingly.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 pound Chicken Wings - The star of the dish. Chicken wings are naturally juicy with a great ratio of meat to skin, making them perfect for crisping up in the air fryer.
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil - Coats the wings before breading to help the flour mixture stick and ensures even browning and crispiness in the air fryer without deep frying.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour - Acts as the breading base, creating a light coating that crisps up beautifully in the air fryer for that classic fried texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika - Adds a smoky depth of flavor and a subtle warmth that complements the savory wings. It also gives the breading a touch of color.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder - Infuses the coating with a savory, aromatic note, enhancing the overall flavor of the wings.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt - Essential for seasoning, it balances and enhances all the flavors while ensuring the chicken isn’t bland.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Crushed Peppercorn - Provides a sharp, slightly spicy bite that rounds out the seasoning and adds a touch of heat.

How To Make Breaded Chicken Wings

Follow these directions to make this delicious air fryer recipe :

  1. Place chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour in the oil and then toss to coat the wings well.
  2. In a separate bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk until combined.
  3. One at a time, place oiled wings in the dry mixture and coat with breading, then place each wing on in the air fryer basket.
  4. Set your air fryer to 400F and cook for 20 minutes flipping half way through.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F , and the breading is brown and crunchy before serving.

Yes! Flipping the wings halfway through the cooking cycle will ensure you get lovely, extra crispy chicken wings . Remember that the inside of the Air Fryer will be hot so use tongs or a fork to flip the wings halfway through. If you do this as directed, you will get such crispy wings, you won’t believe they weren’t deep-fried wings.

It’s best to keep your Air Fryer Chicken Wings in a single layer while cooking them. The way the Air Fryer works means it will need space to circulate the air inside the appliance . So if all the wings are stacked, they won’t get crispy. If you need to, cook the wings in two batches.

One of my favorite things to do when cooking chicken in an Air Fryer is to toss it in hot sauce . But here’s the thing to know.. Take the crispy chicken wings after they are almost all the way cooked , straight from the air fryer, and toss the wings in your sauce of choice, and then put them back into the air fryer to allow the sauce to glaze over them. Do NOT cook the raw wings with hot sauce or on them. You need them dry, so you get crispy chicken wings.

Here are some serving options to consider for your air fried chicken wings. You can use your favorite wing sauce. Make the sauce I use for my Korean Chicken Wings. You can also use the buffalo wing sauce that I used for my spicy cauliflower recipe. Use plain hot sauce with some ranch dressing. A blue cheese dip or just use chunks of blue cheese smashed into some sour cream or ranch dressing Use Barbecue sauce for an easy dipping sauce.

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Tips And Tricks

Here are a few things I can tell you that you will NOT need to get the best breaded chicken wings –and I know this because I tried all of them.

I found it entirely useless to use baking powder, baking soda, or corn starch. Air frying dries the wings just fine without them. Similarly, there is zero need for olive oil or any kind of cooking spray. Chicken wings have more than enough fat without all that.

These wings are one of our best air fryer chicken recipes and is perfect to serve as an appetizer with a dip. You can also serve them as a main course along with my rosemary roasted potatoes , apple zucchini salad or with a side of cauliflower rice .

  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry them in two batches if needed.
  • Be sure to flip the wings during cooking.
  • You can reheat leftover wings in the air fryer. Cook them at 360°F for 4 minutes. Turn the heat to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Want to make these crispy chicken wings into hot wings? Simply remove from the air fryer, and toss with your favorite hot sauce .

Variations

Air fryer breaded chicken wings are wonderfully crispy and flavorful, and the best part is how easily you can change them up to suit your mood or occasion. Here are some tasty variations to try:

  • Classic Buffalo Wings - Toss the crispy wings in a mix of hot sauce and melted butter for that tangy, spicy flavor everyone loves.
  • Garlic Parmesan Wings - Coat the cooked wings with melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese for a rich, savory twist.
  • Lemon Pepper Wings - Season the breading with lemon zest and black pepper, then finish the wings with a sprinkle of lemon juice for a zesty punch.
  • Spicy Cajun - Add Cajun seasoning to the breading for a bold, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor profile.

Can I Cook Frozen Wings In The Air Fryer?

Can you? Yes.

Are they as good as unfrozen wings? No.

Are they still spectacular? Yes, actually they are.

Here’s the small issue I found. To get the crispiest, fried chicken texture, you need the wings to be as dry as possible.

With frozen wings, they have so much moisture from the ice crystals, that by the time you’ve dried off the moisture, your wings are a teeny bit overcooked.

Of course, frozen wings won’t take any type of breading or dry rub at all, so there’s also that.

But one of the advantages of Air Fryer Wings is that the moisture dissipates faster than in the oven, due to the hot air circulating. So it’s not the worst thing in the world–and it’s a lot better than no chicken wings!

How To Make Chicken Wings From Frozen

If you want to use frozen chicken wings in your air fryer instead of fresh ones, here are a few things to try:

  1. Let the frozen chicken wings defrost as much as you can. Then, use a paper towel to thoroughly dry them, and then proceed as directed.
  2. If you have the time and the patience, put the frozen wings in a ziptop bag. Add a few paper towels to soak up moisture. Place the bag in some warm (but NOT hot) water. This way, the wings stay dry, but defrost a little faster.
  3. You can also defrost them in the microwave but I had very uneven results when I did this, with some hot and cold spots.
  4. Defrost in the fridge overnight.
  5. Use an air fryer and don’t worry about it 🙂 As I said above, air fryer chicken wings are pretty spectacular anyway.

How Long Do They Last?

These chicken wings are best enjoyed the day they’re made or the day after. Too far after that, the breading on the outside becomes too soggy, even when reheating the proper way in the air fryer.

If you’re not concerned about the texture of your wings, they can last up to 4 days after they are initially made.

Can You Freeze Them?

Air fried breaded wings will also last about 2–3 months in the freezer. For the best results, reheat them in the oven or air fryer to maintain their crispiness, since microwaving can make the breading soggy.

OurBest Wing Recipes

  • Korean Chicken Wings
  • Mango Habanero Wings
  • Baked Chicken Wings
  • Hot Honey Wings
  • Sticky Chicken Wings
  • Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
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Breaded Wings | Air Fried Chicken Wings

Equipment

  • PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
  • Silicone Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) chicken wings
  • ▢ 3 tablespoons ( 3 tablespoons ) Vegetable Oil
  • ▢ 1/2 cup ( 62.5 g ) All-Purpose Flour
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Smoked Paprika
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Garlic Powder
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) freshly crushed peppercorn

Instructions

  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour in the oil and then toss to coat the wings well.

  • In a separate bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk until combined.

  • One at a time, place oiled wings in the dry mixture and coat with breading, then place each wing on in the air fryer basket.

  • Set your airfryer to 400F and cook for 20 minutes flipping half way through.

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F, and the breading is brown and crunchy before serving.

  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry them in two batches if needed.

  • Be sure to flip the wings during cooking.

  • You can reheat leftover wings in the air fryer. Cook them at 360°F for 4 minutes. Turn the heat to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes.

  • Want to make these crispy chicken wings into hot wings? Simply remove from the air fryer, and toss with your favorite hot sauce .

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Breaded Wings | Air Fried Chicken Wings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly crushed peppercorn

Instructions

  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour in the oil and then toss to coat the wings well.

  • In a separate bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk until combined.

  • One at a time, place oiled wings in the dry mixture and coat with breading, then place each wing on in the air fryer basket.

  • Set your airfryer to 400F and cook for 20 minutes flipping half way through.

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F, and the breading is brown and crunchy before serving.

  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry them in two batches if needed.

  • Be sure to flip the wings during cooking.

  • You can reheat leftover wings in the air fryer. Cook them at 360°F for 4 minutes. Turn the heat to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes.

  • Want to make these crispy chicken wings into hot wings? Simply remove from the air fryer, and toss with your favorite hot sauce .

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Are you curious about the Ninja Foodi, a pressure cooker, and air fryer combination? Recently I did a Ninja Foodi Review and wanted to share my results with you. It’s an air fryer pressure cooker combo so it piqued my curiosity. I knew I just had to see how it worked. This is my unbiased, non-compensated review of the Ninja Foodi.

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I did a full Ninja Foodi review video you can watch to see how I used and cooked with the Ninja Foodi. using it both as a pressure cooker and as an air fryer and how that works in a single device.

Watch The Video

I would recommend you watch the video for more details and to watch me make a recipe in it. But this post also summarizes my review for the Ninja Foodi .

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Why You Should Trust My Ninja Foodi Review

  • Cookbook Author: I’ve written 5 Instant Pot Cookbooks that have been authorized by Instant Pot.
  • Efficient: That’s the only way I know how to do things in the kitchen. Who has time to waste when you’re trying to get food on the table? I’m known for my ruthless efficiency and use the pot in pot cooking method every chance I get.
  • Gadget geek! : I’m a self-proclaimed food tech enthusiast and have been known to purchase (and review) just about any kitchen appliance I can get my hands on.

What Does A Ninja Foodi Do?

Honestly, after playing with all of the different functions, I feel like it does just about everything. Here are the different cooking functions it offers:

  1. Pressure Cooker
  2. Broil
  3. Dehydrate
  4. Slow Cook
  5. Air Fry/Air Crisp
  6. Steam
  7. Yogurt
  8. Sear/Sauté
  9. Bake/Roast

HOW DOES IT WORK AS AN AIR FRYER AND A PRESSURE COOKER IN A SINGLE DEVICE?

This was the question I wanted to be answered more than anything else when I decided to do the Ninja Foodi Review. How does a single device operate as an air fryer and an electric pressure cooker?

The simple answer is that it has two lids . One lid is separate and for the pressure cooker portion of the device. The air fryer has its own lid that is attached to the device by a hinge so when it’s not in use it’s out of the way of the Foodi.

CAN THE NINJA FOODI BE USED AS AN AIR FRYER? IS IT SIMILAR TO OTHER PRESSURE COOKERS AND AIR FRYERS OUT THERE?

Yes. If you’ve used other pressure cookers or air fryers , using this device will be very easy, and you should have little to no learning curve at all. It has all the familiar buttons you’re used to, making it simple to cook with.

For the recipe I made in my review video, I cooked an entire meal in one pot and it came out perfectly. This is especially helpful for recipes that could benefit from both the pressure cooker function and the air fryer function because you don’t have to move the food from one device to another.

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF A NINJA FOODI?

  • Combines two often used devices in one. Obviously, for me, the air fryer and pressure cooker are two devices I use often.
  • Don’t have to move hot food around . Having an air fryer And a pressure cooker in one device means that you don’t have to move hot food from a pressure cooker to an air fryer, so it’s safer.
  • Less storage than 2 devices. This is a large device, but since it’s two devices in one, even with its large size it still takes up less room than two devices would. This would also be convenient for small kitchens, dorm rooms, or for those who travel a lot.
  • One less thing to clean. Plus it’s one less device you have to clean at the end of the night, which is a big plus for me. Efficiency is key.
  • Bake/Roast function. So in addition to serving as a pressure cooker, an air fryer, a steamer, AND a slow cooker , this device is also a small portable oven. This could make the device quite a kitchen powerhouse device if you used all the features of the Ninja Foodi .

WHAT ARE THE DOWNSIDES OF A NINJA FOODI?

  • Everything in one . I think the downsides of combination devices are that if one function breaks, you may be looking at having to replace the entire device, which is not fun.
  • Secondly, you can only use one device at a time . So I often have one thing going in the air fryer, and another thing cooking in the pressure cooker. with this, you would have to cook such items sequentially.
  • Two lids to store. The fact that the lids are big, and that you’re storing two separate lids may be a deterrent for some people. Luckily one of the lids is permanently attached, but the pressure cooking lid still needs a home.
  • Storage space. This is a big machine. It’s bigger than an Instant Pot for example. It takes up a lot of space. It’s really one thing that I don’t love about it.

SHOULD AN AIR FRYER PRESSURE COOKER COMBO?

After finishing my Ninja Foodi review , my vote is yes–if you have the room. It is much larger than any of the other pressure cookers out there.

I also vote yes if you make recipes or would like to make recipes that involve first pressure cooking, and then air frying (such as my Air Fryer Lechon Kawali recipe )or if you want to brown the tops of desserts or my Gyro Recipe .

I’m very pleased with this purchase and think it will save me a lot of time for those recipes that use both functions. It’s also very roomy.

I was able to cook half a chicken with rice and eggplant with MORE than enough room so this would even be usable by large families.

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Originally Published August 5, 2020