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Kid-Friendly Air Fryer Meals are the perfect solution for busy parents who want to provide their children with healthy and delicious meals without spending hours in the kitchen.
When it comes to kids’ meals, we can all get into a little rut about what to make. We want to ensure they eat a varied diet, and food they enjoy, but also try and be a little healthier with our choices. But let’s face it, evenings can be busy and cooking can often be the last thing on our minds. This is when making the most of kitchen appliances like an air fryer can speed up the process and make some great meals for kids.
The air fryer has fast become an appliance that many people are wanting to use more frequently. Not only can it make healthier food but it is also very cheap to operate. Something many of us are conscious of during the increasing energy prices. But, aside from frozen chicken nuggets and chips, what else can you cook in an air fryer for kids? I wanted to share with you some of the best meal ideas you can cook in your air fryer for kids.
Kid-friendly Air Fryer staple meals, but better
There are some staples and meals that we may not associate with cooking in the air fryer or we may want to make healthier choices with them. So here are some of the staples that are perfect for kids’ meal times.
Kid-friendly Air Fryer staple meals, but better
There are some staples and meals that we may not associate with cooking in the air fryer or we may want to make healthier choices with them. So here are some of the staples that are perfect for kids’ meal times.
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Aside from pulling out a packet of chicken nuggets from the freezer, homemade options are healthier and taste even better. They are quick to make and a meal most kids will enjoy. I have found a great recipe that shares with you a step-by-step guide for helping you create homemade chicken nuggets that are quick and easy to make.
Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Another option for chicken is popcorn chicken. Many of us will love that famous chicken restaurant version but this homemade option is flavoured really nicely and the kids will love them. Perfect along with some veggie sides, some of which I share later in this post. A great healthy option for kids.
Crispy Keto Air Fryer Fish Sticks
The humble fish finger. The option many parents turn to when they need a quick fix. The freezer versions are great to be cooked in the air fryer, but you can also make your own. They taste amazing and they are far easier to make than you might have thought possible before. The air fryer cooks them to perfection and you know that they are filled with goodness. I have found a great recipe for you to try if you want to give it a go.
Frozen Pizza in Air Fryer
You are going to love cooking frozen pizza in an air fryer. The pizza turns out perfectly with the best crispy crust and takes less than 10 minutes to cook. Making air fryer frozen pizza could not be easier and you can air fry any type of frozen pizza that you like. No need to order in anymore, this is a quick and easy meal idea utilizing what you might already have in your freezer.
Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
These air fryer turkey burgers are such an easy, tasty meal that is ready in just 15 minutes. Made with pantry staples like mayonnaise, bbq sauce, and soy sauce these burgers are full of flavour and never dry or boring. You will love how simple they are to make and they are a nice change to a beef burger. You could even give beef burgers ago using the same method.
Hawaiian Roll Pizza Sliders (Oven or Air Fryer!)
Pizza is a great option for meals for kids, but if you want something a little different than the one you pull out of your freezer then these air fryer pizza sliders could be a great option to consider. You can switch up the ingredients to suit what your child enjoys eating. A lovely quirky take on traditional pizza.
Easy Air Fryer Pizza Roll Ups
Sticking with the pizza theme, you will want to try these air fryer pizza roll-ups. A great option as a lunch, snack, or even as a main meal with your choice of size. You can change up what you put into the roll-up to make it suitable for your kids. I love this idea and think it is a fun way to get your kids to enjoy delicious food.
Crispy Air Fryer Tacos
Who doesn’t love a taco? But who knew you could make tacos in the air fryer? This is a lovely fun recipe to try with your kids. They are super quick to make, and you can change up the toppings to suit what your kids will enjoy eating. This is a great option for adults too, so the whole family could enjoy this meal with some delicious side dishes.
Air Fryer Sausage
Sausages are another staple at meal times for kids, but did you know you could cook your sausages in the air fryer? This is a great way to cook them quickly and to enable the flavours to be enjoyed. Serve with your favourite side.
Air Fryer Chicken Legs
What is it with kids and chicken legs? They love to just eat things off the bone and this is a quick way to bring juicy and flavoursome chicken legs to the table. You could marinate them in different sauces and spices or keep them plain. A great option and cheap to make.
Getting all those veggies with these kid-friendly air fryer Meals
We all want our kids to eat more vegetables and often enticing them to try new things can be difficult. But I have found some incredible veggie air fryer dishes that are perfect sides for some of the other meals you can create for your kids.
Getting all those veggies with these kid-friendly air fryer recipes
We all want our kids to eat more vegetables and often enticing them to try new things can be difficult. But I have found some incredible veggie air fryer dishes that are perfect sides for some of the other meals you can create for your kids.
Low Carb Air Fried Veggie Tots
Potato tots or croquettes are usually something your children won’t refuse, so why not take it up a notch and create veggie versions instead? I have found a great recipe that has lots of different vegetables including brussels sprouts. And they taste good! This is a quick and easy air fryer recipe and is perfect as a lunch or side dish for your kid’s meals.
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Courgette might not be a vegetable that your children will instantly love. It is easy to disguise in sauces and other dishes, but these courgette fries are a bit of a game changer. Seasoned well and cooked in the air fryer to get that crisp outer coating your children may love the taste of them. It is worth giving them a try.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet Potato Wedges made in the Air fryer are such a great option to consider for your kids. Amazingly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Better than the fried version, but these are healthy, and completely addictive. The kids love that sweetness in flavour and often prefer these to normal potato chips and wedges.
Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes With Garlic Aioli
An alternative way to serve potatoes to your kids which isn’t just standard mash or chips. This is a great alternative and provides soft yet crispy potatoes that are full of flavour.
Air Fryer Mini Peppers
If you want to try something different then these air fryer mini peppers are a great way to introduce other flavours to your kids. Simple to make but a nice alternative to some of the usual veggies you might make.
The air fryer is a versatile appliance that uses hot air to cook food quickly and evenly, producing crispy and flavorful dishes with little to no oil. With the right recipes and ingredients, you can create a variety of kid-friendly meals that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. From chicken nuggets and french fries to roasted vegetables and even desserts, the air fryer can do it all.
Best of all, these meals are healthier than traditional fried foods and can be ready in minutes, making them perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. So if you want to impress your kids with delicious and nutritious meals, give Kid-Friendly Air Fryer Meals a try!
I hope this has given you plenty to think about when it comes to meal ideas for your kids that you can cook in the air fryer.
