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High-Protein Air Fryer Recipes & Guides
Quick, muscle-friendly air fryer recipes built around UK ingredients — each with full macros. Perfect for training, recovery and everyday weight management.
Quick, muscle-friendly air fryer recipes built around UK ingredients — each with full macros. Perfect for training, recovery and everyday weight management.
Exact times, temps and a 5-minute protein-packed method.
Air fry salmon fillet at 200°C for 7–9 minutes for flaky, high-protein results.
High-protein air fryer recipes for the UK, from juicy chicken to crispy tofu — every meal wit…
Air fry chicken wings at 200°C for 16–20 minutes for extra-crispy results.
Air fry bone-in chicken thighs at 190°C for 18–22 minutes, boneless for 12–15.
Air fry sausages at 180°C for 10–13 minutes, turning once.
Air fry bacon at 200°C for 7–10 minutes.
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Cook eggs in an air fryer: hard-boiled at 130°C for 15 minutes, soft for 10.
Air fry pork chops at 190°C for 12–15 minutes for juicy results.
Air fry cod at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for flaky, high-protein fish.
Air fry a turkey crown at 160°C for about 30–35 minutes per kg to an internal 74°C.
Air fry a gammon joint at 160°C for about 25–30 minutes per 500g, then glaze.
Air fry pigs in blankets at 190°C for 12–15 minutes until crisp and golden.
Air fry a whole chicken at 180°C for about 30 minutes per kg to an internal 74°C.
Air fry prawns at 200°C for 5–7 minutes for juicy, garlic-butter results.
Air fry BBQ chicken thighs at 190°C for 18–22 minutes, glazing at the end.
Air fry beef burgers at 190°C for 10–12 minutes to an internal 71°C.
Air fry steak at 200°C for 8–12 minutes depending on doneness.
Air fry chicken drumsticks at 200°C for 20–25 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Air fry lamb chops at 200°C for 8–12 minutes depending on doneness.
Air fry fish cakes at 190°C for 10–14 minutes for crispy results.
Air fry tuna steak at 200°C for 6–8 minutes, or less for a pink centre.
Air fry chicken kievs at 190°C for 18–22 minutes (fresh) or 25–30 (frozen).
Air fry pork belly at 200°C then 160°C for crispy crackling and tender meat.
Air fry meatballs at 190°C for 10–12 minutes to an internal 71°C.
Air fry chicken satay skewers at 200°C for 10–12 minutes.
Air fry homemade chicken nuggets at 200°C for 10–12 minutes.
Air fry pork ribs at 160°C then glaze at 200°C for tender, sticky results in about 40 minutes.
Air fry duck breast at 180°C for 12–18 minutes for crispy skin and a pink centre.
Air fry turkey burgers at 190°C for 12–14 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Air fry roast beef at 200°C then 180°C for a seared crust and pink middle.
Air fry chicken fajitas at 200°C for 12–14 minutes — chicken and peppers in one basket.
Air fry roast lamb at 200°C then 180°C for a seared crust and tender middle.
Air fry tandoori chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes for charred, juicy results.
Air fry roast pork loin at 200°C then 180°C for crispy crackling and juicy meat.
Air fry chicken kebabs at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for charred, juicy skewers.
Air fry gammon steaks at 180°C for 8–12 minutes for juicy, caramelised results.
Air fry chicken tikka at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for charred, spiced chunks.
Air fry beef brisket at 150°C, foil-wrapped, for tender results — about 40–50 minutes per 500g.
Air fry chicken legs at 200°C for 25–30 minutes for crispy skin and juicy meat.
Air fry bacon-wrapped chicken at 190°C for 22–25 minutes for juicy meat and crisp bacon.
Air fry pulled pork at 160°C, foil-wrapped, until shreddable — about 35–45 minutes per 500g.
Air fry chicken parmesan at 200°C for 12–14 minutes, then top and melt for 3–4 minutes.
Air fry scotch eggs at 190°C for 12–15 minutes for a crispy coating.
Air fry lamb shanks by searing then braising at 160°C for about 60–75 minutes until tender.
Air fry chorizo at 200°C for 5–7 minutes for crispy slices.
Air fry chicken katsu at 200°C for 12–14 minutes for an extra-crispy panko crumb.
Air fry chicken shawarma at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for spiced, charred strips.
Air fry honey garlic chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes, glazing near the end for a sticky fi…
Air fry pork schnitzel at 200°C for 10–12 minutes for a crispy golden crumb.
Air fry lamb burgers at 190°C for 12–14 minutes to an internal 71°C.
Air fry beef short ribs by braising at 160°C for about 45–60 minutes, then glazing and crisping.
Air fry turkey meatballs at 190°C for 12–15 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Air fry beef kebabs at 200°C for 10–12 minutes for charred, juicy skewers.
Air fry beef koftas at 200°C for 10–12 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Air fry teriyaki chicken at 200°C for 18–20 minutes, glazing near the end for a glossy finish.
Make an air fryer sausage casserole by browning sausages then cooking in a tomato-bean sauce…
Air fry scallops at 200°C for 6–8 minutes for golden edges and a tender middle.
Air fry duck legs at 180°C for 30–35 minutes for crispy skin and tender meat.
Make air fryer beef stroganoff by searing beef and mushrooms at 200°C, then finishing in a cr…
Make air fryer butter chicken by charring marinated chicken at 200°C, then simmering in a cre…
Air fry stuffed chicken breast at 190°C for 18–22 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Air fry mussels at 200°C for 8–10 minutes until they open, with garlic, wine and herbs.
Air fry pork belly bites at 200°C for 20–25 minutes for crispy, sticky cubes.
Air fry a chicken quesadilla at 180°C for 6–8 minutes for a crispy, cheesy result.
Make air fryer beef stir-fry at 200°C for about 12 minutes, tossing beef and veg with a savou…
Air fry chicken at 190°C until tender, then shred and toss with BBQ sauce.
Air fry turkey steaks at 190°C for 10–12 minutes to an internal 74°C.
Make an air fryer chicken traybake at 190°C for about 25–30 minutes — chicken and veg in one…
Air fry chicken goujons at 200°C for 10–12 minutes for crispy, golden strips.
Make air fryer doner kebab by forming spiced mince into a loaf, cooking at 180°C, then slicin…
Air fry meatloaf at 180°C for 30–35 minutes to an internal 70°C, glazing near the end.
Air fry lamb cutlets at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for a pink, juicy centre.
Air fry homemade sausage rolls at 180°C for 12–16 minutes for flaky pastry and cooked filling.
Air fry pork steaks at 200°C for 10–12 minutes to an internal 70°C.
Air fry lamb steaks at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for a tender, pink centre.
Air fry pork medallions at 200°C for 8–10 minutes to an internal 70°C.
Air fry venison steak at 200°C for 6–8 minutes for medium-rare.
Air fry beef rissoles at 190°C for 12–15 minutes to an internal 70°C.
Air fry peri peri chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes for charred, juicy thighs.
Air fry jerk chicken at 190°C for 20–25 minutes for smoky, spiced, charred thighs.
Air fry tandoori prawns at 200°C for 6–8 minutes for spiced, charred prawns.
Air fry harissa chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes for smoky, spiced, charred thighs.
Air fry Korean fried chicken at 200°C for around 20 minutes, then toss in a gochujang glaze.
Air fry salt and pepper chicken at 200°C for around 18 minutes, then toss with stir-fried pep…
Air fry buttermilk chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes for a crispy crust and juicy meat.
Air fry beef satay at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for charred, tender skewers.
Air fry Cajun chicken at 200°C for 16–20 minutes for a spiced, juicy result.
Air fry lemon pepper chicken at 200°C for 16–20 minutes for zesty, juicy results.
Air fry chicken yakitori at 200°C for 10–12 minutes, glazing with tare sauce.
Air fry Mongolian beef at 200°C for about 12 minutes, then toss in a sticky soy-garlic-ginger…
Air fry sticky chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes, glazing with honey and soy.
Air fry firecracker chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a sweet-chilli-srirac…
Air fry sweet and sour chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a pineapple-pepper…
Air fry bang bang chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a sweet-chilli-sriracha…
Air fry beef bulgogi at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for sweet-savoury, charred beef.
Air fry crispy chilli beef at 200°C for about 12 minutes, then toss in a sweet-spicy sauce.
Air fry sesame chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a sticky sesame-soy glaze.
Air fry miso salmon at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for a caramelised glaze and flaky flesh.
Air fry orange chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a sticky orange sauce.
Air fry Cajun salmon at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for a spiced crust and flaky flesh.
Air fry kung pao chicken at 200°C for about 14 minutes, then toss with peanuts in a tangy Sic…
Air fry General Tso chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then toss in a sweet-tangy-spicy s…
Air fry teriyaki salmon at 200°C for 8–10 minutes, glazing with teriyaki.
Air fry salt and pepper squid at 200°C for 8–10 minutes for crispy, tender rings.
Air fry char siu at 200°C for about 20 minutes, glazing, for sticky Chinese BBQ pork.
Air fry black pepper beef at 200°C for about 12 minutes, then toss in a peppery sauce with on…
Air fry gochujang chicken at 200°C for 18–22 minutes, glazing with a sweet-spicy gochujang sa…
Air fry Chinese lemon chicken at 200°C for about 16 minutes, then coat in a tangy lemon sauce.
Air fry duck legs at 160°C then 200°C for crispy shredded aromatic duck, about 40 minutes total.
Air fry seekh kebabs at 200°C for 10–12 minutes for spiced, charred minced lamb.
Air fry Hunan beef at 200°C for about 12 minutes, then toss in a spicy, savoury Hunan sauce.
Air fry sweet chilli salmon at 200°C for 8–10 minutes, glazing with sweet chilli.
Air fry lamb shawarma at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for spiced, charred strips.
Air fry honey sriracha chicken at 200°C for 18–20 minutes, glazing with honey and sriracha.
Air fry beef shawarma at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for spiced, charred strips.
Air fry hoisin chicken at 200°C for 18–20 minutes, glazing with hoisin.
Air fry pork loin at 180°C for 22–28 minutes for a juicy, golden joint.
Air fry chicken shish at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for charred, juicy skewers.
Air fry crab cakes at 200°C for 10–12 minutes for crisp, golden results.
Air fry fishcakes at 200°C for 12–14 minutes for a crisp crumb and flaky centre.