Keto-Friendly Air Fryer Recipes

The ketogenic (keto) diet has become a popular choice for those looking to lose weight, improve mental clarity, and boost overall energy levels.

Combining this low-carb, high-fat lifestyle with the convenience of an air fryer can make sticking to your keto goals easier and more delicious.

In this blog post, we’ll explore a variety of keto-friendly air fryer recipes that are not only tasty but also simple to prepare.

1. Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
• 6 slices of bacon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare Asparagus: Wash and trim the asparagus. Lightly coat with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
2. Wrap with Bacon: Cut the bacon slices in half lengthwise. Wrap each asparagus spear with a half slice of bacon, securing the ends if necessary.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bacon is crispy.
4. Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately. These make a great side dish or appetizer.

2. Keto Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prep Chicken Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps the baking powder adhere and ensures crispiness.
2. Season Wings: In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Toss the chicken wings in the mixture until evenly coated.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 25-30 minutes, shaking the basket every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
4. Crispy Finish: For extra crispy wings, increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
5. Serve: Serve with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce or a side of celery sticks.

3. Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep Brussels Sprouts: In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
2. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
3. Add Parmesan: About 2 minutes before the end of cooking, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the Brussels sprouts and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and crispy.
4. Serve: Serve immediately as a side dish or a tasty snack.

4. Keto Air Fryer Salmon Patties

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (14.75 oz each) salmon, drained and flaked
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• ¼ cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the salmon, eggs, almond flour, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a bit of oil. Place the salmon patties in the basket, making sure they do not touch. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Serve: Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite keto-friendly sauce.

5. Air Fryer Keto Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella sticks
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup pork rind crumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions:

1. Prepare Mozzarella Sticks: Freeze the mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour before starting.
2. Coat Mozzarella: Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in one bowl, almond flour in another, and a mixture of pork rind crumbs, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a third. Dip each mozzarella stick into the almond flour, then the eggs, and finally the pork rind mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Arrange the coated mozzarella sticks in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking.
4. Serve: Serve immediately with warmed marinara sauce for dipping.

6. Keto Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Ingredients:

• 2 large zucchinis, cut into fry-shaped sticks
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep Zucchini: Cut the zucchinis into fry-sized sticks. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Bread Zucchini: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Dip each zucchini stick into the eggs, then coat with the almond flour mixture.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the zucchini fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
4. Serve: Serve with a keto-friendly dipping sauce, such as ranch or marinara.

7. Air Fryer Keto Avocado Fries

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados, sliced
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup pork rind crumbs
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep Avocado: Slice the avocados into wedges.
2. Coat Avocado: Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in one bowl, almond flour in another, and a mixture of pork rind crumbs, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third. Dip each avocado slice into the almond flour, then the eggs, and finally the pork rind mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Arrange the coated avocado slices in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking.
4. Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce.

8. Keto Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup pork rind crumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
2. Bread Chicken: Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in one bowl, almond flour in another, and a mixture of pork rind crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third. Dip each chicken tender into the almond flour, then the eggs, and finally the pork rind mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
3. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Serve: Serve with a keto-friendly dipping sauce, such as mustard or mayo.

9. Air Fryer Keto Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushrooms, stems removed
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep Mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems.
2. Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
3. Stuff Mushrooms: Spoon the filling into each mushroom cap.
4. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown.
5. Serve: Serve as an appetizer or a side dish.

In conclusion, incorporating the air fryer into your keto diet can make meal preparation faster and more convenient while maintaining deliciousness and nutritional value.

These recipes provide a variety of options, from snacks and appetizers to main dishes, ensuring you have plenty of tasty choices to stay on track with your keto goals.

Happy cooking and enjoy your keto-friendly air fryer meals!