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Air Fryer Cooking Times

Search air fryer times and temperatures for proteins, frozen foods, vegetables, snacks, and desserts.

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Quick answer

Most air fryer foods cook between 350°F and 400°F. Start checking a few minutes before the range ends, and use a thermometer for meat, poultry, seafood, and leftovers.

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FoodCategoryStateTempTimeFlip/shakeInternal temp
Chicken BreastProteinFresh / frozen375°F15-20 minFlip halfway165°F
Chicken ThighsProteinFresh380°F18-24 minFlip after 10-12 minutes165°F
Chicken WingsProteinFresh / frozen400°F20-25 minShake or turn every 7-8 minutes165°F
SalmonProteinFresh / frozen390°F7-11 minNo flip needed for fillets145°F
ShrimpProteinFresh / frozen400°F6-8 minShake once halfway145°F
SteakProteinFresh400°F8-12 minFlip halfway145°F
Pork ChopsProteinFresh380°F10-14 minFlip halfway145°F
BaconProteinFresh350°F7-10 minTurn once for even crisping
SausageProteinFresh / frozen380°F10-14 minTurn halfway160°F
MeatballsProteinFresh / frozen380°F8-12 minShake halfway160°F
Frozen FriesFrozenFrozen400°F12-18 minShake every 5-6 minutes
Frozen Chicken NuggetsFrozenFrozen400°F8-12 minShake halfway165°F
Frozen PizzaFrozenFrozen380°F6-9 minNo flip needed
Frozen Mozzarella SticksFrozenFrozen390°F6-8 minTurn gently halfway
Frozen Fish SticksFrozenFrozen400°F8-11 minTurn halfway145°F
Frozen Chicken TendersFrozenFrozen400°F10-14 minTurn halfway165°F
Frozen Hash BrownsFrozenFrozen400°F10-14 minFlip halfway
Frozen VegetablesFrozenFrozen390°F10-14 minShake twice
Frozen Onion RingsFrozenFrozen400°F8-10 minShake halfway
Frozen Spring RollsFrozenFrozen390°F8-12 minTurn halfway
BroccoliVegetablesFresh / frozen380°F6-9 minShake halfway
PotatoesVegetablesFresh400°F18-24 minShake every 8 minutes
Sweet PotatoesVegetablesFresh380°F18-25 minShake halfway
CarrotsVegetablesFresh380°F12-16 minShake halfway
CauliflowerVegetablesFresh / frozen380°F10-14 minShake halfway
AsparagusVegetablesFresh380°F6-8 minShake once
ZucchiniVegetablesFresh380°F7-10 minShake halfway
Brussels SproutsVegetablesFresh / frozen375°F12-16 minShake twice
Grilled CheeseSnacksFresh370°F6-8 minFlip halfway
ToastSnacksFresh350°F3-5 minNo flip needed for light toast
Baked PotatoVegetablesFresh400°F35-45 minTurn once after 20 minutes
CookiesDessertsFresh / frozen320°F6-9 minNo flip needed
DonutsDessertsFresh350°F5-7 minTurn once if using biscuit dough
Apple ChipsDessertsFresh300°F12-16 minTurn once and check often
French FriesVegetablesFresh380°F16-22 minShake every 6-7 minutes

How to use this chart

Search by food, filter by category, and switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Times assume a single layer in the basket unless noted.

For extra-crisp results, keep space between pieces and shake or flip when the chart says to.

Safety note

Air fryer size, basket shape, food thickness, and brand all change timing. For chicken, turkey, pork, seafood, and reheated leftovers, confirm the safe internal temperature before serving.

FAQ

Do air fryer times need to be exact?

No. Use the chart as a starting range and check early, because smaller pieces and stronger air fryers cook faster.

Should I preheat the air fryer?

Preheating helps with browning for proteins, fries, and baked items, but many frozen snacks work well without it.

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