This Air Fryer Toad In The Hole recipe makes a delicious traditional English dish quickly and easily. These sausages baked into a delightful Yorkshire pudding-like batter make for a filling and comforting meal.
What Makes This Air Fryer Toad In The Hole Recipe So Great
- Easy. A simple pour and cook air fryer recipe .
- Family-Friendly. Familiar flavors your whole family will love.
- Inexpensive. Less than 5 ingredients to make this delicious main course .
Usually, Toad in the Hole is made in one large pan, basically like a cake pan. However, I just had to try it in the air fryer since I mastered how to cook cakes in it and other recipes that use batter.
It turned out absolutely perfect and just as delicious as I remember it. I couldn’t wait to share it with you.
This Air Fryer Toad In A Hole is actually quite delicious in the air fryer. It is, however, a bit different from the oven-baked one.
The batter is a little crispier than the oven version but I quite like that change. The sausages are still deliciously juicy on the inside. It’s one of those comfort food main dishes that just seems to make all of life’s troubles melt away as you eat it.
If you’re looking for a quick dish that’s easy to toss together and leave to cook, Toad in the Hole is definitely the dish for you.
I love making this recipe simply because I don’t always have time for a ton of ingredients to be prepped before the cooking begins.
This recipe is very easy and very filling, which usually means leftovers are guaranteed, and I never complain about leftovers.
Why Is It Called Toad In The Hole?
Toad in the Hole is quite a unique name for a recipe as well as a long one. The little legend goes that a golf course was overrun by toads and it was during the time of a big tournament.
A golfer landed a stroke, with the ball falling into the hole as it should. However, the ball came right back out because it landed on the head of a toad trying to sleep.
Therefore, a chef at the tournament created the Toad in a Hole dish to represent the funny incident that day.
Toad in the Hole is an English dish that was created back in the late 1700s as a way to make meat last longer since households were large and meat was scarce.
Batter and bread were a cheaper means of filling little bellies without too much meat.
The recipe has lasted for many years and is now eaten all over the world because let me tell you, it’s delicious.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- All-Purpose Flour - The flour is the base of the batter that surrounds the sausages. It provides structure and body, ensuring the batter puffs up and becomes crispy on the outside while remaining soft on the inside.
- Eggs - Eggs are crucial for the batter’s texture. They help bind the flour and milk together, and their proteins set during cooking, contributing to the rise and firm structure of the batter.
- Whole Milk - Milk is mixed with the flour and eggs to create the batter. It adds moisture and fat, which contributes to the richness and color of the finished dish.
- Kosher Salt - Salt is used to enhance the overall flavor of the batter.
- Ground Black Pepper - Adds a slight heat and depth of flavor to the batter, complementing the savory taste of the sausages.
- Dijon Mustard - This adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the batter, giving an additional layer of taste complexity.
- Vegetable Oil- Used to grease the air fryer pan or dish. This not only prevents sticking but also adds flavor and helps to crisp up the batter as it cooks.
- Sausages- Sausages are the centerpiece of the dish. As they cook, they impart a savory flavor into the batter and become juicy and flavorful themselves. The type of sausage can vary depending on preference, with options ranging from traditional British bangers to other varieties like pork or beef sausages.
How To Make Toad In The Hole
- Mix Dry Ingredients. In a medium bowl , mix flour, salt, and pepper.
- Add Wet Ingredients. Make a well in the middle and break in the eggs and milk. Whisk the eggs and milk and then mix slowly into the flour. You want a batter that’s about as thick as pancake batter. If it’s too thick, add water or milk. Cover the batter and let it rest while you finish the rest of the steps.
- Cook Sausage. Put oil into a heatproof 6 x 3 pan . Cut sausages in half and place them into the oil. Set the air fryer to 400F for 15 minutes.
- Add Batter. Carefully pour in the batter on top of the oil and sausages.
- Air Fry. Set the air fryer to 360F for 20 minutes, or until the batter has risen and is browned on top.
How Do You Tell If Toad In The Hole Is Cooked?
You can tell the Air Fryer Toad In The Hole is done cooking when the sausages reach an internal temp of 165F and a knife entered in the center of the batter comes out clean.
Can You Eat Toad In The Hole Cold?
Yes, you can eat it cold! While it is much tastier to eat warm, you can eat this Toad In A Hole recipe cold since it has been cooked to a safe temperature all of the way through.
Tips And Tricks For Making Air Fryer Toad In The Hole
- If the batter is too thick, just add a little water or milk.
- If you’d like to make this in the oven, just cook it at 360F for 25-30 minutes.
Variations
Toad in the Hole is a versatile dish that can be adapted in various ways to suit different tastes or make use of what you have available. Here are some variations:
- Different Sausages - Try using different types of sausages for a variety of flavors. Options include spicy Italian, chicken, turkey, or vegetarian sausages. Each type will bring a unique taste to the dish.
- Add Vegetables - For a more balanced meal, you can add vegetables to the dish. Onions, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes can be placed in the batter before cooking, adding both flavor and nutrition.
- Herbs and Spices - Incorporate herbs like rosemary, thyme, or sage for an aromatic twist. Spices such as smoked paprika or cumin can also add depth to the batter.
- Cheese - Sprinkle grated cheese like cheddar or Parmesan over the top before baking for a gooey, cheesy twist.
How Long Does It Last?
Toad in the Hole can last for up to 3-4 days when stored properly in the refrigerator. Allow the Toad in the Hole to cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
When you’re ready to eat it, reheat it thoroughly until it’s piping hot throughout. You can use an oven or air fryer for reheating.
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So whether you’re a long-time fan of the dish looking for a quick way to make it or you’re just looking for a delicious comfort food dish to make for dinner tonight, you’re sure to love this Air Fryer Toad In The Hole as much as I do.
Toad In The Hole
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
- 6 x 3 Inch Round Pan
Ingredients
- ▢ 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- ▢ 4 Eggs
- ▢ 1 cup Whole Milk
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- ▢ 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ▢ 2 tablespoons vegetable oil , or melted lard or bacon fat
- ▢ 4 Sausages , about 4 ounces each
Instructions
- In a medium bowl , mix flour, salt, and pepper.
- Make a well in the middle and break in the eggs and milk. Whisk the eggs and milk and then mix slowly into the flour. You want a batter that’s about as thick as pancake batter. If it’s too thick, add water or milk. Cover the batter and let it rest while you finish the rest of the steps.
- Put oil into a heatproof 6 x 3 pan . Cut sausages in half and place them into the oil. Set the air fryer to 400F for 15 minutes.
- Carefully pour in the batter on top of the oil and sausages.
- Set the air fryer to 360F for 20 minutes, or until the batter has risen and is browned on top.
Tips And Tricks For Making Air Fryer Toad In The Hole
- If the batter is too thick, just add a little water or milk.
- If you’d like to make this in the oven, just cook it at 360F for 25-30 minutes.
- You can tell the Air Fryer Toad In The Hole is done cooking when the sausages reach an internal temp of 165F and a knife entered in the center of the batter comes out clean.
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Toad In The Hole
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted lard or bacon fat
- 4 Sausages about 4 ounces each
Instructions
- In a medium bowl , mix flour, salt, and pepper.
- Make a well in the middle and break in the eggs and milk. Whisk the eggs and milk and then mix slowly into the flour. You want a batter that’s about as thick as pancake batter. If it’s too thick, add water or milk. Cover the batter and let it rest while you finish the rest of the steps.
- Put oil into a heatproof 6 x 3 pan . Cut sausages in half and place them into the oil. Set the air fryer to 400F for 15 minutes.
- Carefully pour in the batter on top of the oil and sausages.
- Set the air fryer to 360F for 20 minutes, or until the batter has risen and is browned on top.
Tips And Tricks For Making Air Fryer Toad In The Hole
- If the batter is too thick, just add a little water or milk.
- If you’d like to make this in the oven, just cook it at 360F for 25-30 minutes.
- You can tell the Air Fryer Toad In The Hole is done cooking when the sausages reach an internal temp of 165F and a knife entered in the center of the batter comes out clean.
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Make dinner easy and delicious with this mouth-watering Chicken Pesto recipe! It’s a dinner everyone will want on regular rotation each week, and you’ll love it too because of how simple it is to throw together!
Why This Creamy Pesto Chicken Is A Must For Dinner Tonight
- Fast. Dinner ready in less than 30 minutes .
- Easy. A simple pour and cook recipe .
- Low Carb . Only 6 net carbs per serving.
- Delicious. Packed with amazing pesto flavor.
I’m pretty sure we’ve all had those days when cooking isn’t enjoyable, it’s a chore. Whether it’s because we’re tired, or just don’t feel like we have the right ingredients to make something delicious, it can make mealtimes tough.
This Instant Pot Pesto Chicken is a recipe I like to make on days like that. It’s super easy to make and uses just the leftover ingredients in your pantry.
On its own this Pesto Chicken recipe is keto-friendly, but I’ll show you some ways you can make it a well-rounded meal and keep it low-carb. But if you’re not doing low-carb or Keto, I’ll give you some other meal options too.
How To Make This Pesto Chicken Recipe
- Place the chicken, onions, tomatoes, garlic, 1 tablespoon pesto, Italian seasoning, water, salt, and pepper in the inner liner of your Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
- Cook for 5 minutes at high pressure. At the end of the cooking time, allow the pot to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes and then release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the pieces of chicken and set aside.
- Add the whipping cream and pesto to the vegetables in the pot. Using an immersion blender , purée until you have a smooth and creamy sauce. At this point, if you would like a thicker sauce, turn the Instant Pot to Sauté and when the sauce boils, add the Xanthan gum or cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce has thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the chicken to the sauce and serve.
Tips And Tricks For Making This Creamy Pesto Chicken Recipe
- If you’re doing Keto or low-carb, this is a great recipe to serve over cauliflower or zucchini noodles. If you’re not doing one of those diets, you can serve over regular rice or pasta for a delicious meal.
- I wrote the recipe with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. If you want to use chicken breast, cut the breast in half at the thickest part, and cook for about 6-8 minutes.
- If you’d like to freeze this recipe, there are a few different ways to do this: You can put all the ingredients except the pesto and the cream in a ziplock bag, shape that bag into a circle, and freeze it that way. When you’re ready to cook, just pour the frozen block into the instant pot and cook as directed. You do not need to increase time under pressure. You can freeze leftovers and thaw in the microwave, or in the refrigerator or on the countertop. But don’t re-pressurize it since the cream will separate if you do that. You can double the recipe and remove half before you add the cream and pesto. Then, once you defrost the recipe, you can add cream and pesto before serving for a fresh taste.
- If you want a thicker sauce you can add xanthan gum or a cornstarch slurry. But I didn’t do that.
- The sauce thickens as it stands so if you’re going to let it sit for a bit before you serve, you may not need to thicken it.
Looking For More Great Instant Pot Chicken Recipes? Check These Out!
- This Tuscan Chicken recipe is creamy, garlicky, comforting chicken perfection! It’s one of those dishes that you won’t be able to stop eating, and it’s low carb as well so you don’t have to feel guilty for doing so.
- This Chicken Pot Pie Soup recipe gives you all the comforting goodness of chicken pot pie while taking far less effort to make! And who doesn’t appreciate an easy dinner option?
- This low carb Buffalo Chicken Casserole is as deliciously filling casserole with just the right amount of kick. It’s the perfect weeknight keto casserole that takes little effort to make.
Chicken Pesto Recipe | Creamy Pesto Chicken
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Immersion Blender
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- ▢ 1 cup ( 236.59 g ) diced , onions
- ▢ 1 cup ( 242 g ) Canned Tomatoes , undrained
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Minced Garlic
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) pesto
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Italian Seasoning
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 62.5 g ) Water
- ▢ Kosher Salt , to taste
- ▢ Ground Black Pepper , to taste
For Finishing
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 59.5 g ) Heavy Whipping Cream
- ▢ 1.5 tablespoons ( 1.5 ) pesto
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Xanthan Gum , or 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1/4 cup water made into a slurry
Instructions
- Place the chicken, onions, tomatoes, garlic, 1 tablespoon pesto, Italian seasoning, water, salt, and pepper in the inner liner of your Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
- Cook for 5 minutes at high pressure. At the end of the cooking time, allow the pot to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes and then release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the pieces of chicken and set aside.
- Add the whipping cream and pesto to the vegetables in the pot. Using an immersion blender , purée until you have a smooth and creamy sauce. At this point, if you would like a thicker sauce, turn the Instant Pot to Sauté and when the sauce boils, add the Xanthan gum or cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce has thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the chicken to the sauce and serve.
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Originally Published September 24, 2018
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