Keto Air Fryer Recipes: 50 Healthy Ways You Can Use An Air Fryer On The Keto Diet (2024)

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What You Can Cook In An Air Fryer (On Keto) 50 Keto Air Fryer Recipes Biscuits Breakfast Frittata Sausage Fried Chicken Double Cheeseburger Thai Peanut Chicken Crispy Chicken Nuggets Herb Marinated Chicken Thighs Lemon Garlic Chicken Popcorn Chicken Perfect Air Fryer Chicken Breast (No Breading) Chicken Meatballs Perfect Air Fryer Salmon Air Fryer Steak Pork Chops Kheema Meatloaf Shrimp Kabobs Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Shrimp Coconut Shrimp Steak Nuggets with Chipotle Ranch Air Fryer Fish Sticks Caribbean Spiced Chicken Jalapeno Poppers Crispy Chicken Wings Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Crispy Buffalo Wings Crispy Parmesan Wings Buffalo Cauliflower Zucchini Fries Garlic Mushrooms Keto Air Fried Pickles Jicama Fries Onion Rings Fried Asparagus with Spicy Mayo Mozzarella Sticks Taco Meatballs Crab Cakes Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan Broccoli Sesame Ginger Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cheesecake Chocolate Lava Cake Donut Holes Beignets Keto Air Fryer Snacks Spicy Bacon Bites Kale Chips Radish Chips Surprisingly Useful Keto Air Fryer Recipes Roasted Garlic Perfect Air Fryer Bacon Hard Boiled Eggs Confused by Keto??? Here’s A Few Ways I Can Help! More Keto Recipes & Tips If you enjoyed this post, please save or share it! Today’s Quote: “Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass. It’s about learning how to dance in the rain.” – Vivian Greene FAQs References

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These healthy, keto air fryer recipes may be the best thing that has happened to comfort food since low carb bread. Move over Instant Pot – the easiest way to make all of your favorite keto meals faster is in the air fryer!

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Chances are you’ve heard the buzz: the air fryer is the latest must-have appliance that makes healthy fried chicken, pork chops, shrimp, vegetables, and more with little to no oil or grease – fast.

But did you know there is more to air frying than comfort foods?

Sure, fried chicken may be your favorite, but you can use an air fryer for baking salmon, steak, and burgers; roast garlic and give vegetables a crispy finish without any grease.

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What You Can Cook In An Air Fryer (On Keto)

Eggs

Bacon

Biscuits

Burgers

Brussels Sprouts

Cauliflower

Fried Chicken

Chicken Wings

Pork Chops

Salmon

Shrimp

Steak

Onion Rings

50 Keto Air Fryer Recipes

Biscuits

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Keto-friendly air fryer biscuits with cheddar cheese – in 10 minutes. Boom. This is one of my favorite keto air fryer recipes – makes a fabulous breakfast or low carb swap for bread at dinnertime – perfect for the holidays.

Breakfast Frittata

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A healthy, protein packed breakfast from your air fryer with 2 net carbs.

Sausage

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Avoid the mess and possible splash back grease episodes by using the air fryer to prep sausage in 10 minutes. Set the air fryer to 400 – place the sausages in the basket and cook for 5 minutes – flip – and cook for another 5.

Fried Chicken

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If you only need one fabulous air fryer recipe to justify spending the money on another miracle kitchen appliance – here’s the one. The grain-free breading is the key to making a keto-friendly fried chicken with 2 net carbs. Boom.

Double Cheeseburger

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Who needs a grill when you can create the ultimate double cheeseburger in your air fryer in 20 minutes?

Thai Peanut Chicken

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Think Chicken Satay—but with a lot less work.This incredibly delicious, hassle-free Peanut Chicken via Two Sleevers is ready in 35 minutes.

Crispy Chicken Nuggets

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Swap the carb-loaded flour breading with pork rinds and Parmesan and make family and keto-friendly chicken nuggets in the air fryer in 25 minutes with 1.2 net carbs.

Herb Marinated Chicken Thighs

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Budget-friendly, marinated chicken thighs get a crispy finish in the air fryer – in less than 30 minutes.

Lemon Garlic Chicken

This versatile recipe is a fabulous way to cook a whole chicken in the Instant Pot, crockpot, or oven that’s tender, flavorful, and delicious. Low carb, keto, and family-friendly, this simple dinner recipe is always a favorite with 1.6 net carbs per serving.

Popcorn Chicken

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Everyone’s favorite keto air fryer popcorn chicken – minus the carbs. This recipe contains 1 net carb per serving – while the KFC version weighs in with 60:)

Perfect Air Fryer Chicken Breast (No Breading)

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Make perfectly seasoned and juicy chicken breasts in your air fryer – no breading required.

Chicken Meatballs

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Say buh-bye to boring meatballs. This Asian-style ground chicken air fryer recipe is melt in your mouth delicious with 2 net carbs

Perfect Air Fryer Salmon

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This easy 12 minute salmon is all the proof you need that an air fryer can stand in for the grill and oven!

Air Fryer Steak

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What impresses you most about this recipe? The juicy steak straight out of the air fryer or the homemade garlic butter?

Pork Chops

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Crushed pork rinds, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and onion powder create a zero carb breading for the most juicy air fryer pork chops ever – with 0 net carbs in 30 minutes.

Kheema Meatloaf

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If you’re looking for a new take on ground beef, try this Indian-inspired meatloaf in the air fryer. Cilantro, ginger, minced garlic, Garam Masala, turmeric, cayenne, cinnamon and cardamon create a fabulously flavorful meatloaf in 28 minutes from start to finish.

Shrimp Kabobs

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Here’s an air fryer recipe that is perfect if you’re missing your grill and/or you are short on time.

Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Shrimp

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Grated Parmesan gives the shrimp a crunchy, crispy “breaded” texture thanks to a little air fryer magic – ready in 15 minutes

Coconut Shrimp

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Unsweetened coconut flakes + pork rinds get the credit for the insanely crispy crust in this easy keto air fryer coconut shrimp recipe that’s ready to serve in 21 minutes

Steak Nuggets with Chipotle Ranch

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Why not substitute steak or venison for chicken? Steak nuggets are definitely having a moment in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Fish Sticks

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Keto and kid-friendly fish sticks in 20 minutes total time with 0.5 net carbs

Caribbean Spiced Chicken

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I need to go the record here and tell you I can vouch for this authentic tasting jerk chicken – this spice combination is spot on and using the air fryer keeps the chicken thighs tender and juicy. Cue to Bob Marley and in 20 minutes you’ll feel like you are in Jamaica:)

Jalapeno Poppers

Bacon-wrapped Jalapeño Poppers with cream and cheddar cheese – with 1.5 net carbs – ready in less than 30 minutes.

Crispy Chicken Wings

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Crispy or extra crispy? Either way, you’re looking at 1 net carb and one of the best keto air fryer recipes with 1 net carb.

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings

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Here’s a simple way to prepare chicken wings in the air fryer – plus a delicious keto-friendly, homemade Buffalo sauce recipe with a dairy-free option.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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2 ingredient chicken wings ready in 20 minutes.

Crispy Buffalo Wings

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Seasoned with a low carb marinade and dry rub these air fryer chicken wings are party appetizer perfection.

Crispy Parmesan Wings

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Buffalo Cauliflower

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When the intense flavor of Buffalo Wings meets Cauliflower – low carb magic happens in your air fryer in just over 30 minutes. File this Buffalo Cauliflower Bites recipe from Two Sleevers under must-have appetizers, sides, and easy dinners.

Zucchini Fries

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Light, crispy zucchini fries are packed with flavor and only 3 net carbs. Bonus: Ready to serve in under 15 minutes.

Garlic Mushrooms

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The must-have keto air fryer mushroom recipe – with garlic butter.

Keto Air Fried Pickles

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With a “breading” made with coconut flour, egg and pork rinds this recipe weighs in with 4 net carbs and makes a fabulous appetizer or snack in 30 minutes

Jicama Fries

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The ultimate low carb french fry swap – with or without chili.

Onion Rings

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Make crispy onion rings in the air fryer with a combination of coconut flour, almond flour, pork rinds, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and eggs – only 5 net carbs

Fried Asparagus with Spicy Mayo

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An almond flour – Parmesan cheese breading makes this air fried asparagus low carb and keto-friendly.

Mozzarella Sticks

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Tastes like the real thing air fried Mozzarella sticks with 2 net carbs.

Taco Meatballs

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Enjoy this air fryer meatball recipe as an appetizer or a main dish. Lean ground beef seasoned meatballs with onion, cilantro, garlic, and taco seasoning with a homemade sour cream salsa are ready in 25 minutes.

Crab Cakes

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Skip the messy pan (and extra grease) and make healthy, grain free crab cakes in the air fryer. This recipe is ready in 25 minutes with 1.3 net carbs.

Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan

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Asparagus is a fabulously healthy vegetable that I’m used to dressing up for the holidays. This recipe makes it an easy side dish for any meal – that’s ready in 12 minutes using a little olive oil, lemon and Parmesan.

Broccoli

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Using your air fryer to roast broccoli is genius – you’ll use less oil and you can get the job done in 10 minutes.

Sesame Ginger Broccoli

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Sesame oil, miso, and chili garlic sauce will make this broccoli the best that you have ever had. Warning: This low carb air fryer side dish often steals the main dish’s spotlight:)

Brussels Sprouts

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Perfectly tender Brussels sprouts – with an incredible crispy outside – with or without bacon.

Cheesecake

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That’s right – we are talking a crustless cheesecake delivered via the air fryer in 10 minutes

Chocolate Lava Cake

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This yummy, chocolatey and fantastically gooey low carb and dairy-free dessert can be yours in less than 10 minutes

Donut Holes

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Cinnamon donut holes – for breakfast or dessert – with 1 net carb each.

Beignets

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With a few low carb substitutions – almond flour – xanthan gum and swerve you can enjoy a New Orleans style dessert – air fried to perfection – with 2 net carbs

Keto Air Fryer Snacks

Spicy Bacon Bites

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A keto snack with crunch – straight out of the air fryer – with 0 carbs.

Kale Chips

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3 ingredients = crispy Kale Chips in 7 minutes

Radish Chips

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Looking for a keto-friendly chip? Check out these air fried radish chips.

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Roasted Garlic

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Forget the oven – you can use your air fryer to roast garlic to season mashed cauliflower, keto bread or anything that needs a little garlic in 20 minutes.

Perfect Air Fryer Bacon

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Perfectly crispy air fryer bacon in 11 minutes!

Hard Boiled Eggs

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Use your air fryer to make hard-boil eggs in 12 minutes! Put six eggs – straight out of the fridge into the basket (at 300 degrees) for 12 minutes. Then put them in a cold water bath to make peeling easy.

Ok! So that was a lot of air fryer action, but I wanted to make sure we covered all the bases in case you’ve been letting yours sit on the shelf for months.

Enjoy your keto comfort food!

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FAQs

Can I use an air fryer on a keto diet? ›

Air fryers are a great option for keto because they can cook everything from vegetables, chicken, steak, appetizers and more. The versatility of an air fryer makes it easy to switch from one recipe or dish to another.

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What is the best keto breakfast while traveling? ›

A filling low carb breakfast before your travel begins can be quick and easy – hardboiled eggs, cooked bacon, reheated egg muffins, or plain Greek yogurt with cream, berries, and nuts. If you have more time, sauté sausage with mushrooms and tomatoes or slice an avocado and enjoy with olive oil or mayonnaise.

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What meat is good in the air fryer? ›

As with all dry-heat cooker methods (grilling, broiling, pan frying and oven roasting), tender beef cuts perform best in the air fryer. Those cuts include Top Sirloin, KC Strip, Ribeye, Tenderloin and Tri Tip. Ground beef also can be easily prepared in an air fryer.

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What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.

Wet Batters. ...
Cheesy Items. ...
Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
Baked Goods. ...
Greens. ...
Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
Too Much of Anything.

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What cancels out carbs on keto? ›

Keto Net Carb Diet. On the ketogenic diet, the "net carb" is the amount of carbs in a food minus the fiber and sugar alcohol. Fiber and sugar alcohol are subtracted because the body does not fully absorb them. The keto net carb diet limits daily carbohydrate consumption to 20-50 grams to induce ketosis.

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What seasonings to avoid on keto? ›

High-Carb Sauces and Condiments

Many seasonings contain sugars and starches that can quickly add up and disrupt ketosis. Examples of condiments to avoid include ketchup, BBQ sauce, and sweet dressings.

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What cheese is best on keto diet? ›

You can eat high fat foods like cheese on the Keto diet. Cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese are the best to consider. Cheese to avoid on Keto are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

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Can I eat peanut butter on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

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What unlimited food can you eat on keto? ›

No, you cannot eat unlimited amounts of food on a ketogenic diet. While the focus is on high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate foods, it is still important to monitor your calorie intake and portion sizes. Eating too much of any food, including healthy fats, can lead to weight gain and other health issues.

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What foods are off limits for keto? ›

- Grains: Rice, wheat, oats, barley, rye, quinoa, buckwheat, etc. - Starchy Vegetables: Potatoes, peas, sweet potatoes, yams, corn, cassava, artichoke, etc. - Refined Carbs: Bread, pasta, pastries, tortilla, sandwich, etc. Due to the high-carb content of these food items, they are not keto-friendly.

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Can you eat bacon and stay in ketosis? ›

Can You Eat Bacon On a Keto Diet? While you may not think of bacon as diet food, most types of bacon fit perfectly into a keto diet plan since they're low in carbs yet high in protein and fat. That means bacon is perfect for snacking on in the afternoon or mixing into your chicken dinner dish for some extra flavoring.

What Cannot be fried in an air fryer? ›

What can you not put in an air fryer? 11 items experts warn against cooking in your appliance

Water. ...
Cheese. ...
Roast chicken. ...
Wet batter. ...
Popcorn. ...
Vegetables with low water content such as broccoli and fresh greens. ...
Loose seasoning and breadcrumbs. ...
Red meat.

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What are the top 10 foods to cook in an air fryer? ›

Start air frying these 13 foods and watch your cooking time drop and your satisfaction in healthy meals skyrocket!

Chicken Breasts. ...
Tofu. ...
Zoodles. ...
Cauliflower Gnocchi. ...
Salmon (chopped) ...
Chickpeas. ...
Personal Pizzas. ...
Frozen Cauliflower.

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Can you put raw meat in air fryer? ›

It is safe to cook raw meat in the air fryer if it is fully defrosted, seasoned, and monitored. Some fully cooked foods, including chicken tenders or fries, can be placed frozen in the air fryer. However, with raw meat, it's recommended to thoroughly defrost to allow more even cooking and a tasty final product.

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What Cannot be cooked in an Airfryer? ›

What can you not put in an air fryer? 11 items experts warn against cooking in your appliance

Water. ...
Cheese. ...
Roast chicken. ...
Wet batter. ...
Popcorn. ...
Vegetables with low water content such as broccoli and fresh greens. ...
Loose seasoning and breadcrumbs. ...
Red meat.

More items...

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Does air fryer add carbs? ›

Does Air Frying Reduce Carbs? Air frying does not magically make carbs disappear, but it does provide a variety of recipes to make that are keto and low carb. Using an air fryer helps cut down on oil used in the recipe and cook in less time.

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Is An air fryer good for losing weight? ›

Benefits of air fryers

A higher intake of fried foods has direct links with higher obesity risk. This is because deep fried foods tend to be high in fat and calories. Switching from deep-fried foods to air-fried foods and reducing regular intake of unhealthful oils can promote weight loss.

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Why don t chefs use air fryers? ›

Air Fryers Reduce Taste Quality

Out of the top three reasons restaurants don't use air fryers, the taste is the leading cause. It has numerous benefits and can cook food efficiently. However, the taste can be subpar compared to other cooking methods available at the commercial level.

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