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 USING YOUR AIR FRYER’S FUNCTIONS AIR FRY 101
Pull crispy meals out of thin air.
The Ninja® Air Fryer circulates super-hot air around your food to remove

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moisture from its surface to give it that golden-brown, crispy finish.

PREHEAT RECOMMENDATION: Let the unit preheat for 3 minutes before adding ingredients. MIN

ACCESSORY
PREHEAT
FUNCTION TEMP TIME
REQUIRED For best cooking and crisping results,
always preheat your Ninja Air Fryer
for 3 minutes.

AIR FRY

Set time, in minutes,

Crisper Plate Adjust temp as needed and press START/PAUSE
to begin

ROAST

CRISPER PLATE
Set time, in minutes,
Adjust temp as needed and press START/PAUSE The crisper plate promotes overall
to begin browning. We recommend using it
every time you air fry.

REHEAT

Set time, in minutes,

Crisper Plate Adjust temp as needed and press START/PAUSE
to begin

Multi-Layer Rack
DEHYDRATE

Set time in 15-minute SHAKE OR TOSS

Crisper Plate Adjust temp as needed increments, and press
START/PAUSE to begin
For best results, frequently shake your
food or toss it with silicone-tipped tongs
to get it as crispy as you’d like.

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Air Fry Cooking Chart For best results,
shake or toss often.
INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TOSS IN OIL TEMP COOK TIME We recommend frequently
checking your food
VEGETABLES
and shaking or tossing it to
Asparagus 1 bunch Whole, stems trimmed 2 tsp 390°F 8–12 mins ensure desired results.

Beets 6 small or 4 large (about 2 lbs) Whole None 390°F 45–60 mins Use these cook times
as a guide, adjusting
Bell peppers to your preference.
4 peppers Whole None 400°F 25–30 mins
(for roasting)

Broccoli 1 head Cut in 1-inch florets 1 Tbsp 390°F 10–12 mins

Brussels sprouts 1 lb Cut in half, stem removed 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins

Butternut squash 1–1 1 /2 lbs Cut in 1–2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 20–25 mins

Carrots 1 lb Peeled, cut in 1 /2 -inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 13–16 mins

Cauliflower 1 head Cut in 1-inch florets 2 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins

Corn on the cob 4 ears Whole ears, husks removed 1 Tbsp 390°F 12–15 mins

Green beans 1 bag (12 oz) Trimmed 1 Tbsp 390°F 8–10 mins

Kale (for chips) 6 cups, packed Torn in pieces, stems removed None 300°F 8–10 mins

Mushrooms 8 oz Rinsed, cut in quarters 1 Tbsp 390°F 7–9 mins

1 1 /2 lbs Cut in 1-inch wedges 1 Tbsp 390°F 18–20 mins

1 lb Hand-cut fries*, thin 1 /2 –3 Tbsp, canola 390°F 20–24 mins Shake your food
Potatoes, russet
1 lb Hand-cut fries*, thick 1 /2 –3 Tbsp, canola 390°F 23–26 mins

4 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 390°F 30–35 mins

1 1 /2 lbs Cut in 1-inch chunks 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins

OR
Potatoes, sweet
4 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 390°F 30–35 mins

Cut in quarters lengthwise,

Zucchini 1 lb 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–18 mins
then cut in 1-inch pieces

POULTRY

2 breasts (3/4 –1 1 /2 lbs each) Bone in Brushed with oil 375°F 25–35 mins
Chicken breasts
2 breasts (1 /2 –3/4 lb each) Boneless Brushed with oil 375°F 18–22 mins

4 thighs (6–10 oz each) Bone in Brushed with oil 390°F 22–28 mins
Chicken thighs
4 thighs (4–8 oz each) Boneless Brushed with oil 390°F 18–22 mins

Chicken wings 2 lbs Drumettes & flats 1 Tbsp 390°F 22–26 mins

FISH & SEAFOOD

Toss with
Crab cakes 2 cakes (6–8 oz each) None Brushed with oil 350°F 12–15 mins silicone-tipped tongs
Lobster tails 4 tails (3–4 oz each) Whole None 375°F 5–8 mins

Salmon fillets 2 fillets (4 oz each) None Brushed with oil 390°F 10–13 mins

Shrimp 16 large Whole, peeled, tails on 1 Tbsp 390°F 7–10 mins

*After cutting potatoes, allow raw fries to soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove unnecessary starch.
Pat fries dry. The drier the fries the better the results.

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Air Fry Cooking Chart, continued For best results,
shake or toss often.
INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TOSS IN OIL TEMP COOK TIME We recommend frequently
checking your food
BEEF
and shaking or tossing it to
Burgers 4 quarter-pound patties, 80% lean 1 inch thick None 375°F 8–10 mins ensure desired results.

Steaks 2 steaks (8 oz each) Whole None 390°F 10–20 mins Use these cook times
as a guide, adjusting
PORK & LAMB to your preference.
Bacon 4 strips, cut in half None None 350°F 8–10 mins

2 thick-cut, bone-in chops (10–12 ounces each) Bone in Brushed with oil 375°F 15–17 mins
Pork chops
4 boneless chops (8 ounces each) Boneless Brushed with oil 375°F 14–17 mins

Pork tenderloins 2 tenderloins (1–1 1 /2 lbs each) Whole Brushed with oil 375°F 25–35 mins

Sausages 4 sausages Whole None 390°F 8–10 mins

FROZEN FOODS

Chicken cutlets 5 cutlets None None 390°F 18–21 mins

Chicken nuggets 1 box (12 oz) None None 390°F 10–13 mins Shake your food
Fish fillets 1 box (6 fillets) None None 390°F 14–16 mins OR
Fish sticks 18 fish sticks (11 ounces) None None 390°F 10–13 mins

French fries 1 lb None None 350°F 20–25 mins

French fries 2 lb None None 360°F 28–32 mins

Mozzarella sticks 1 box (11 oz) None None 375°F 8–10 mins

Pot stickers 1 bag (24 oz, 20 count) None None 390°F 12–14 mins

Pizza rolls 1 bag (20 oz, 40 count) None None 390°F 12–15 mins

Popcorn shrimp 1 box (14–16 ounces) None None 390°F 9–11 mins Toss with
silicone-tipped tongs
Tater tots 1 lb None None 360°F 18–22 mins

TIPS & TRICKS

1 W
 e recommend 3 minutes of preheating. You can use the built-in timer to set 6 Cook time and temperature can also be adjusted at any time during cooking. Simply
a 3-minute countdown. press the up and down TIME or TEMP arrows to adjust the time or temperature.

2 
To convert recipes designed for conventional ovens, reduce the temperature of the 7 For best results, check progress throughout cooking, and shake basket frequently.
Air Fryer by 25°F. Check food frequently to avoid overcooking. Remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. We recommend
using an instant-read thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of proteins.
3 
For best results with fresh vegetables and potatoes, use at least 1 tablespoon of oil. Remove food immediately after the cook time is complete remove food immediately
Add more oil as desired to achieve the preferred level of crispiness. to avoid overcooking.

4 Use the crisper plate when you want food to come out crispy. The crisper plate elevates 8 Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight food around. To alleviate
food in the basket, allowing air to go under the plate and evenly crisp ingredients. this, secure food (like the top slice of bread on a sandwich) with toothpicks.

5 Make sure the basket is fully inserted during cooking. For consistent browning, arrange
ingredients in an even layer on the bottom of the basket with no overlapping.

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Dehydrate Chart
INGREDIENTS PREPARATION TEMP DEHYDRATE TIME

FRUITS & VEGETABLES

Apples Core removed, cut in 1/8-inch slices, rinsed in lemon water, patted dry 135°F 7–8 hours

Asparagus Cut in 1-inch pieces, blanch 135°F 6–8 hrs

Bananas Peeled, cut in 3/8 -inch slices 135°F 8–10 hrs

Beets Peeled, cut in 1 /8 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs

Eggplant Peeled, cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, blanch 135°F 6–8 hrs

Fresh Herbs Rinsed, patted dry, stems removed 135°F 4 hrs

Ginger root Cut in 3/8 -inch slices 135°F 6 hrs

Mangoes Peeled, cut in 3/8 -inch slices, pit removed 135°F 6–8 hrs

Mushrooms Cleaned with soft brush (do not wash) 135°F 6–8 hrs

Pineapple Peeled, cored, cut in 3 /8 – 1 /2 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs

Strawberries Cut in half or in 1 /2 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs

Tomatoes Cut in 3/8 -inch slices or grated; steam if planning to rehydrate 135°F 6–8 hrs

MEAT, POULTRY, FISH

Beef Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 hours

Chicken Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 hours

Turkey Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 hours

Salmon Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 3–5 hours

TIPS & TRICKS

1 Use a kitchen mandolin slicer to slice fruits and vegetables to a consistent, thin size. 6 Most fruits and vegetables take between 6 and 8 hours (at 135°F) to dehydrate.
When trying a new food load, start checking doneness at 6 hours and monitor
2 In most cases, fruits and vegetables should be sliced as thin as possible without until it is cooked to your liking.
falling apart.
7 To maximize longevity, store dehydrated foods at room temperature in an air-tight
3 Some fruits, like apples and pears, will oxidize and should be soaked for 5 minutes container for up to 2 weeks.
in water with a squeeze of lemon juice. This will help them retain their color while
they dehydrate. 8 When dehydrating meats and fish, it is recommended to Roast at 330°F for
1 minute as a final step in order to fully pasteurize the food.
4 Fruits and vegetables should be patted as dry as possible before being loaded into
the dehydrator. 9 For jerky, the longer you dehydrate it, the crispier it will be.

5 Lay raw food flat on bottom of basket, crisper plate, and multi-layer rack. Food
should be placed close together to optimize space but individual pieces should not
overlap or be stacked.

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 FROZEN FRENCH FRIES HAND-CUT
COOK: 20-23 MINUTES | MAKES: 5–6 SERVINGS
FRIES BASICS

INGREDIENTS
1 pound frozen French fries

PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 20-25 MINUTES | MAKES: 5-6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
1 pound russet or Idaho 1 S
 oak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes
potatoes, cut in thin 2-inch strips to remove excess starch. Drain well, then pat
/ –3 tablespoons canola oil
1 2 with a paper towel until very dry.
2 P
 lace all ingredients into a large mixing bowl;
toss to combine. Use at least 1 /2 tablespoon oil.
For crispier results, use up to 3 tablespoons oil.
3 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
TIP: For crispier fries, shake
or toss with silicone-tipped temperature to 390°F, and setting the time to
tongs 2 separate times during 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
cooking.
4 After 3 minutes, place fries on the crisper plate;
reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, set temperature
to 390°F, and set time to 25 minutes. Select
START/PAUSE to begin.
5 After 10 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause
cooking. Remove basket from unit and shake
fries or toss them with silicone-tipped tongs.
Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
6 Check fries after 20 minutes. For crispier fries,
continue cooking for up to 25 minutes.
7 When cooking is complete, serve immediately
with your favorite dipping sauce.

Insert crisper plate in basket After 3 minutes, add fries to After 10 minutes, select
and insert basket in unit. Preheat basket; reinsert basket. Select START/PAUSE to pause cooking.
the unit by selecting AIR FRY, AIR FRY, set temperature to Remove basket from unit and
setting the temperature to 350°F, and set time to 23 minutes. shake fries or toss them with
350°F, and setting the time to Select START/PAUSE to begin. silicone-tipped tongs. Reinsert
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE basket and select START/PAUSE
to begin. to resume cooking for 10 more
minutes. Check for desired
TIP: Shaking the fries is key for getting them crisp and
crispiness, cooking for an golden brown, so shake or toss with silicone-tipped
additional 3 minutes if needed. tongs frequently.
When cooking is complete, serve
with your favorite dipping sauce.

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 JALAPEÑO BRUSSELS SPROUTS
BASICS
POPPERS & BACON BASICS

PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 18–20 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

1 /2 block (4 ounces) cream 1 In a small mixing bowl, mix together the cream 1 pound Brussels sprouts, 1 P
 lace all ingredients into a large mixing bowl;
cheese, softened cheese, cheddar, and salt. cut in half toss to combine.
1 /2 bag (4 ounces) shredded 5 strips uncooked bacon,
2 
Using a small teaspoon or coffee spoon, fill each 2 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
cheddar cheese jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, making cut in 1 /8 -inch pieces Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
1 tablespoon kosher salt sure not to overfill. 2 teaspoons garlic powder temperature to 390°F, and setting the time to
3 
Place 2 pepper halves together, then wrap 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
8 jalapeño peppers, cut in half 2 teaspoons black pepper
lengthwise, stems left on, seeds each pepper with 1 piece of bacon. Repeat with 3 A
 fter 3 minutes, place Brussels sprouts mixture on
4 teaspoons kosher salt
and membranes removed remaining peppers. the crisper plate; reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY,
1 tablespoon olive oil set temperature to 390°F, and set time to
8 strips uncooked bacon 4 
Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
Then preheat the unit by selecting AIR FRY, 20 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
setting the temperature to 360°F, and setting the 4 H
 alfway through cooking, select START/PAUSE
time to 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit and
5 
After 3 minutes, place peppers on crisper plate; toss Brussels sprouts. Reinsert basket and select
reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, set temperature START/PAUSE to resume cooking.
to 360°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Select 5 B
 egin checking Brussels sprouts for doneness/
START/PAUSE to begin. crispiness after 18 minutes and continue cooking
6 
After 7 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause for up to an additional 2 minutes if desired.
cooking. Remove basket from unit and rotate When cooking is complete, serve immediately.
peppers to ensure the bacon crisps on all sides.
Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
7 
When cooking is complete, remove peppers and
allow to cool for 10 minutes and then serve warm.

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 CRISPY POTATOES FRIED
BASICS
WITH SPICY MAYO PICKLES BASICS

PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 10 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

1 pound baby potatoes, 1 In a large mixing bowl, toss the potatoes in 20 dill pickle slices 1 P
 at the pickle slices dry and place them on
cut in quarters olive oil, 2 teaspoons hot paprika, 1 tablespoon / cup all-purpose flour
1 4 a dry plate in the freezer.
2 tablespoons extra virgin smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and 2 In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking
/ teaspoon baking powder
1 8
olive oil 2 teaspoons salt. powder, beer or seltzer water, salt, and
3 tablespoons beer or
3 teaspoons hot paprika, divided 2 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. 2 tablespoons water. Batter should be the
seltzer water
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the consistency of cake batter. If batter is too thick,
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon / teaspoon kosher salt
1 8
temperature to 360°F, and setting the time to add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time.
smoked paprika, divided
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. 2 tablespoons water, 3 P
 lace cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Combine
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon plus more if needed
3 A
 fter 3 minutes, place seasoned potatoes on bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and
garlic powder, divided
crisper plate; reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, 2 tablespoons cornstarch cayenne pepper in a separate shallow bowl.
4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided set temperature to 360°F, and set time to 1 1 /2 cups panko bread crumbs 4 R
 emove pickles from freezer. Dredge each one
/ cup mayonnaise
1 2 25 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. in cornstarch. Tap off excess, then coat in batter.
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons sundried 4 H
 alfway through cooking, select START/PAUSE Then coat evenly with bread crumbs.
1 teaspoon garlic powder
tomato paste to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit 5 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
and toss potatoes. Reinsert basket and select / teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 4
2 tablespoons sherry or Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
white wine vinegar START/PAUSE to resume cooking. 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided temperature to 360°F, and setting the time to
1 /2 cup fresh parsley, 5 W
 hile potatoes are cooking, mix together 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
finely chopped, for garnish mayonnaise, tomato paste, vinegar, and 6 
After 3 minutes, place breaded pickles on
remaining seasonings in a small bowl. crisper plate. Spray or gently brush them with
6 W
 hen cooking is complete, garnish potatoes 1 tablespoon canola oil. Insert basket in unit.
with parsley and serve with spicy mayo. 7 S
 elect AIR FRY, set temperature to 360°F,
and set time to 10 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
to begin.
8 H
 alfway through cooking, select START/PAUSE
to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit and
flip pickles and spray or gently brush them with
remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Reinsert basket and
select START/PAUSE to resume cooking.
9 W
 hen cooking is complete, serve immediately
with your favorite dipping sauce.

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 ZUCCHINI STICKS BEEF
BASICS
WITH MARINARA JERKY BASICS

SAUCE
PREP: 25 MINUTES | FREEZE: 30–45 MINUTES PREP: 15 MINUTES | MARINATE: 8 HOURS | COOK: 5-8 HOURS
COOK: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS MAKES: 3 CUPS (6 OUNCES) DRIED JERKY

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

2 large zucchini, cut in sticks 1 P
 lace zucchini sticks on a plate and sprinkle / cup soy sauce
1 4 1 W
 hisk together all ingredients, except beef.
1 /4 inch thick and 3 inches long with salt. Allow to sit at room temperature for Place mixture into large resealable plastic bag.
2 tablespoons
2 teaspoons kosher salt 15 minutes to remove excess water. Pat dry. Worcestershire sauce 2 A
 dd beef to bag and rub to coat. Marinate in
1 1 /2 cups all-purpose flour 2 P
 lace flour in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
another shallow bowl. Combine bread crumbs, 3 Strain meat; discard excess marinade.
2 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion
2 cups seasoned bread crumbs powder into a third bowl or plate, stirring 1 teaspoon garlic powder 4 R
 emove the crisper plate from the basket.
/ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 4 to combine. 1 teaspoon onion powder Lay half the sliced meat flat on the bottom of
the basket in one layer. Place the crisper plate
1 tablespoon garlic powder 3 W
 orking in small batches, toss zucchini sticks in 1 teaspoon paprika on top of the meat. Place remaining
2 teaspoons onion powder flour. Tap off excess, then coat in egg. Then toss 2 teaspoons kosher salt meat on the crisper plate.
with bread crumbs, coating evenly. Set breaded
/ cup marinara sauce,
1 2 1 pound uncooked beef eye 5 Insert basket in unit. Select DEHYDRATE, set
zucchini sticks on a dry plate.
for serving of round, cut in 1 /4 -inch slices temperature to 150°F, and set time to 7 hours.
4 C
 over plate with plastic wrap and freeze Select START/PAUSE to begin. Check after 5
for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the breading hours, then cook until desired texture is reached.
has hardened.
6 When
 cooking is complete, remove jerky
5 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. and store in an airtight container.
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
temperature to 360°F, and setting the time to
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
6 A
 fter 3 minutes, place zucchini sticks on crisper
plate. Select AIR FRY, set temperature to 360°F,
and set time to 20 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
to begin.
7 H
 alfway through cooking, select START/PAUSE
to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit and
toss zucchini sticks. Reinsert basket and select
START/PAUSE to resume cooking.
8 W
 hen cooking is complete, serve immediately
with marinara sauce.

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 FRENCH TOAST BACON & PEPPER
B R E A K FA S T
BREAD PUDDING BREAKFAST HASH B R E A K FA S T

PREP: 10 MINUTES | CHILL: 30 MINUTES–8 HOURS PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 43–45 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

4 eggs 1 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, 1 /2 package (8 ounces) uncooked 1 R
 emove the crisper plate from the basket
/ cup heavy cream
3 4 heavy cream, and sugar until smooth. Add bacon, cut in 1 /4 -inch pieces and insert basket in unit. Preheat the unit by
orange liqueur, salt, and ground cloves and 1 small yellow onion, selecting ROAST, setting the temperature
1 tablespoon sugar
whisk to incorporate. peeled, diced to 300°F, and setting the time to 3 minutes.
2 teaspoons orange liqueur Select START/PAUSE to begin.
2 A
 dd sticky buns and cherries to the egg mixture 1 red bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt and liberally coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate 2 A
 fter 3 minutes, add bacon to the basket.
2 russet potatoes, peeled, diced
/ teaspoon ground cloves
1 4 for 30 minutes to 8 hours. Select ROAST, set temperature to 300°F, and
1 teaspoon paprika set time to 45 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
9 precooked pecan sticky 3 R
 emove the crisper plate from the basket
or cinnamon buns and insert basket in unit. Preheat the unit by 1 teaspoon black pepper, to begin. Cook for 5 minutes, or until bacon
(2 1 /4 ounces each), selecting ROAST, setting the temperature to plus more for seasoning is crispy, stirring occasionally.
cut in quarters 400°F, and setting the time to 3 minutes. Select 1 teaspoon celery or garlic salt 3 A
 dd the onion, pepper, potatoes, and spices to
/ cup dried cherries
1 2 START/PAUSE to begin. 1 teaspoon kosher salt, the basket. Stir to incorporate, then insert basket
4 A
 fter 3 minutes, remove the basket and spray plus more for seasoning in unit.
liberally with cooking spray. Pour the bread 4 eggs 4 C
 ook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until
mixture directly into the bottom of the basket. potatoes are cooked through and golden brown.
Pat the mixture down evenly using a spatula, 5 O
 nce vegetables are cooked, select START/PAUSE
then reinsert basket. to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit and
5 S
 elect ROAST, set temperature to 325°F, and set crack four eggs onto the surface of the hash.
time to 45 minutes. Select START/PAUSE Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.
to begin. Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE to
6 A
 fter 30 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause resume cooking.
cooking. Remove basket from unit and cover the 6 C
 ook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until eggs are cooked
surface of bread pudding with aluminum foil to to desired doneness. Serve immediately.
allow the eggs to fully set without burning the
tops. Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE
to resume cooking.
7 C
 ooking is complete when internal temperature
reaches 160°F. Remove basket and let bread
pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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 BREAKFAST SPICE-RUBBED
B R E A K FA S T
POCKETS CHICKEN BREASTS MAINS

WITH CHIMICHURRI
PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 39 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 35 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

2 sheets puff pastry (one 17.25 1 C
 ut each puff pastry sheet into 4 equal-sized 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 In a small mixing bowl, stir together all dried
ounce box), room temperature rectangles; set aside. 1 tablespoon ground paprika spices.
1 package (6 ounces) ground 2 R
 emove crisper plate from basket. Place 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 P
 at the chicken breasts dry. Coat with canola oil,
breakfast sausage, crumbled crumbled sausage in basket. Insert basket then season them liberally on all sides with spice
1 tablespoon ground fennel
2 eggs, lightly beaten in unit. mixture.
1 teaspoon fresh cracked
1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 S
 elect ROAST, set temperature to 375°F, and set 3 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
black pepper
time to 15 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. Preheat the unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting
/ teaspoon ground
1 2
1 teaspoon onion powder
Check sausage every 2 or 3 minutes, breaking the temperature to 300°F, and setting the time
black pepper
apart larger pieces with a wooden spoon. 1 teaspoon garlic powder to 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 A
 fter 10 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause 1 teaspoon ground cumin 4 A
 fter 3 minutes, add chicken to the basket. Select
2 tablespoons canola oil cooking. Remove basket from unit and pour AIR FRY, set temperature to 300°F, and set time
2 uncooked bone-in,
eggs into basket. Stir to evenly incorporate skin-on chicken breasts to 35 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
with the sausage. Reinsert basket and select ( 3/4 –1 1 /4 pounds each) 5 W
 hile chicken is cooking, combine the
START/PAUSE to resume cooking. Allow eggs chimichurri ingredients in a food processor
1 tablespoon canola oil
to cook for the remaining 5 minutes, then and process until finely minced, being careful
transfer sausage and egg mixture to a plate not to over-process.
to cool slightly. Season with salt and pepper. CHIMICHURRI
6 C
 ooking is complete when internal temperature
5 D
 ivide sausage and egg mixture evenly between / cup olive oil
1 4
reaches 165°F. Remove basket and let chicken
4 rectangles of puff pastry. Top each with 1/4 cup / bunch fresh cilantro
1 2
cool for 5 minutes, then serve with a generous
shredded cheese. Place another piece of puff amount of chimichurri.
/ bunch fresh parsley
1 2
pastry on top of each, crimping pastry sheets
together with a fork. Brush each assembled 1 shallot, peeled, cut in quarters
pocket gently with canola oil. 4 cloves garlic, peeled
6 Insert crisper plate in basket and place one Zest and juice of 1 lemon
pocket on the crisper plate. Insert basket in 1 teaspoon kosher salt
unit. Select AIR FRY, set temperature to 400°F,
and set time to 6 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
to begin.
7 C
 ooking is complete when pastry has risen and
the top is golden brown.
8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 with remaining pockets.

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 LEMON & PORK LOIN
MAINS
HERB PANKO WITH MAINS

CRUSTED COD VEGETABLES

PREP: 5 MINUTES | COOK: 12 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

2 uncooked cod fillets 1 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. 1 medium zucchini, 1 In a large mixing bowl, toss zucchini, squash, and
(6 ounces each) Preheat the unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting cut in 1-inch pieces onion (making sure to separate the onion layers)
3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided the temperature to 360°F, and setting the time 1 medium yellow squash, with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, oregano,
to 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. cut in 1-inch pieces and olive oil. Season the pork loin on all sides
/ cup panko bread crumbs
3 4
2 W
 hile unit is preheating, season each cod fillet with the remaining salt and pepper.
2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 red onion, peeled,
on all sides with 1 teaspoon salt. cut in eighths 2 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
/ cup fresh parsley, minced
1 4
Preheat the unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting
3 In a mixing bowl, stir together bread crumbs, 3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
Zest and juice of 1 lemon butter, parsley, lemon zest and juice, and remaining the temperature to 325°F, and setting the time
3 teaspoons ground black to 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
1 teaspoon salt. Mix thoroughly so the bread
pepper, divided
crumbs are coated with lemon and butter. 3 A
 fter 3 minutes, place vegetables on the crisper
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, plate. Lay the pork, fat-side down, on top of the
4 G
 enerously pack the top of each cod fillet with chopped
seasoned breading. vegetables.
1 tablespoon olive oil 4 S
 elect AIR FRY, set temperature to 325°F, and
5 A
 fter 3 minutes, place the fillets, breaded side up,
1 uncooked pork loin roast set time to 40 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
in the basket. Insert basket in unit.
(24 ounces) to begin.
6 S
 elect AIR FRY, set temperature to 360°F, and set
time to 15 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. 5 A
 fter 20 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause
cooking. Remove basket from unit and flip pork
7 C
 ook for 12 to 15 minutes. Cooking is complete loin. Stir vegetables. Reinsert basket and select
when internal temperature reaches 145°F. START/PAUSE to resume cooking.
Remove fillets and serve immediately.
6 C
 ooking is complete when internal temperature
reaches 145°F. Remove basket and let the pork
cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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 FRENCH LOADED
MAINS
BREAD BAKED MAINS

PIZZA POTATOES
PREP: 5 MINUTES | COOK: 8 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 38 MINUTES | MAKES: 2–4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

1 (12-inch) baguette, cut in half 1 C
 oat each piece of bread with 2 tablespoons 2 russet potatoes 1 Pierce each potato 4 times with a fork.
lengthwise, then cut in half pizza sauce, allowing bread to absorb sauce. / cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 2
2 Insert crisper plate in basket and place potatoes
across to make 4 pizza crusts 2 C
 over each piece of bread with 2 tablespoons on crisper plate; insert basket in unit. Select
/ can (7.5 ounces) chili
1 2
/ cup pizza or marinara sauce
1 2
cheese. Add desired toppings, then cover with without beans AIR FRY, set temperature to 390°F, and set time
1 cup shredded mozzarella the remaining cheese. to 35 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
2 teaspoons kosher salt
cheese, divided 3 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. 3 A
 fter 35 minutes, remove potatoes from
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the crisper plate. Slice them in half and spoon
FOR SERVING
TOPPINGS temperature to 400°F, and setting the time to chili and cheese into each one. Return potatoes
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. 2 tablespoons cooked to crisper plate.
12 pieces sliced pepperoni bacon bits
or sausage 4 
After 3 minutes, place 2 pizzas on crisper 4 S
 elect AIR FRY, set temperature to 390°F, and set
plate; insert basket in unit. Select AIR FRY, 2 tablespoons sour cream time to 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
1 /2 green bell pepper,
set temperature to 400°F, and set time to Fresh scallions, thinly sliced 5 W
 hen cooking is complete, remove potatoes
thinly sliced
4 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. from crisper plate and top each with bacon bits,
2 button mushrooms,
5 W
 hen cooking is complete, remove pizzas from sour cream, and sliced scallions.
thinly sliced
crisper plate. Repeat step 4 with remaining
Black olives pizzas.
6 Serve pizzas warm, with desired garnishes.
GARNISHES
Grated Parmesan cheese
Dried oregano
Crushed red pepper

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 BEEF & HOMEMADE
MAINS
BROCCOLI FISH STICKS MAINS

PREP: 10 MINUTES | MARINATE: 30 MINUTES PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 12 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
COOK: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 2–4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

1 jar (12 ounces) teriyaki sauce, 1 In a large resealable plastic bag, mix together 4 frozen tilapia fillets 1 R
 emove tilapia from freezer. Allow to sit at room
divided 3/4 cup teriyaki sauce, garlic powder, soy sauce, (4 ounces each) temperature for 10 minutes, then cut each fillet
1 tablespoon garlic powder crushed red pepper, and beef. Let marinate in 1 cup all-purpose flour into quarters.
the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up 2 P
 lace flour in a shallow bowl. Add eggs to
/ cup soy sauce
1 4 2 large eggs, beaten
to 24 hours. another bowl. Combine bread crumbs and salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1 /2 cups seasoned bread
2 In a large mixing bowl, toss the broccoli with in a third bowl.
(optional) crumbs
canola oil, salt, and pepper. 3 W
 orking in small batches, dredge tilapia in flour.
1 pound uncooked sirloin steak, 1 tablespoon kosher salt
3 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. Tap off excess, then coat in egg. Then coat evenly
thinly sliced
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the with bread crumbs.
1 head broccoli, temperature to 375°F, and setting the time to FOR SERVING
cut in 1-inch florets 4 Insert crisper plate in basket. Preheat unit by
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. 1 lemon, cut in wedges selecting AIR FRY, setting the temperature to
1 tablespoon canola oil 4 A
 fter 3 minutes, place broccoli on the crisper 390°F, and setting the time to 3 minutes. Select
Tartar sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt plate; reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, set START/PAUSE to begin.
Ketchup
1 teaspoon pepper temperature to 375°F, and set time to 5 A
 fter 3 minutes, place 8 fish sticks on crisper
15 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. plate; insert basket in unit.
Cooked rice, for serving
5 A
 fter 5 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause 6 S
 elect AIR FRY, set temperature to 390°F, and
cooking. Remove basket from unit and move set time to 12 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
broccoli to one side of the crisper plate. Place to begin.
beef on the other side. Reinsert basket and
select START/PAUSE to resume cooking. 7 H
 alfway through cooking, select START/PAUSE
to pause cooking. Remove basket from unit
6 C
 ook beef and broccoli for remaining and flip fish sticks. Reinsert basket and select
10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. START/PAUSE to resume cooking.
7 W
 hen cooking is complete, serve immediately 8 W
 hen cooking is complete, remove fish sticks
with remaining teriyaki sauce and rice. from crisping plate. Squeeze lemon wedges
over them and serve immediately with tartar
sauce or ketchup.
9 R
 epeat steps 4 through 8 with remaining fish
sticks. They can also be placed in a resealable
plastic bag and frozen for cooking later.

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 FUDGE BAKED
DESSERTS
BROWNIES APPLES DESSERTS

PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 1 HOUR | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS PREP: 5 MINUTES | COOK: 45 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

/ cup all-purpose flour
1 2 1 In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa 2 apples (Fuji, Gala, or other 1 
Pierce each apple half with a fork 6 times.
/ cup unsweetened
1 4 powder, and salt. baking apples), cut in half, 2 
Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
cocoa powder 2 In a separate large bowl, whisk together eggs, core removed, skin left on Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
/ teaspoon kosher salt
3 4 water, sugars, and vanilla until smooth. Juice of 1 lemon temperature to 325°F, and setting the time to
3 In a separate bowl, stir together melted 4 teaspoons light brown sugar 3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
2 large eggs
chocolate and butter until evenly combined, / stick (1 /4 cup) butter,
1 2 3 
Place aluminum foil into the basket, over crisper
1 tablespoon water
then whisk into the egg mixture. Slowly add dry cut in 16 pieces plate. Place apple halves onto foil, cut-side up.
/ cup granulated sugar
1 2
ingredients to the mixture, stirring just Sprinkle with lemon juice and brown sugar and
8 teaspoons granulated sugar
/ cup packed dark brown sugar
1 2 until incorporated. top each apple half with 4 pieces of butter.
1 tablespoon vanilla extract 4 S
 pray a 7-inch round baking pan with cooking 4 
Select AIR FRY, set temperature to 325°F, and set
TOPPINGS
/ bag (6 ounces) semisweet
1 2 spray and add batter to the pan. Vanilla ice cream time to 45 minutes. Press START/PAUSE to begin.
chocolate chips, melted 5 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit. 5 
After 25 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause
Caramel syrup
1 1 /2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the cooking. Remove basket from unit and sprinkle
Chopped peanuts
butter, cut in pieces, melted temperature to 300°F, and setting the time to granulated sugar on top of the apples. Reinsert
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin. Crushed vanilla wafers basket and select START/PAUSE to resume
6 A
 fter 3 minutes, place baking pan on crisper Crumbled graham crackers cooking for another 20 minutes, or until centers
plate; reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, set of apples are softened.
temperature to 300°F, and set time to 1 hour. 6 
When cooking is complete, serve apples with
Select START/PAUSE to begin. your favorite toppings.
7 B
 egin checking brownies after 45 minutes.
Cooking is complete when a wooden toothpick
inserted in center comes out clean. Allow
brownies to cool to room temperature before
removing them from the pan.

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 NOTES NOTES

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