30+ Keto Air Fryer Recipes

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Looking to add some variety to your low-carb meal plan? Try air frying! These easy 30+ keto air fryer recipes bring all the crispy, golden goodness of fried food—without the carbs or extra oil.

Whether you’re new to air frying or a seasoned pro, this collection of low-carb air fryer meals has something for everyone. From crunchy keto chicken tenders and zucchini fries to cheesy stuffed mushrooms and bacon-wrapped everything, these recipes are fast, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Plus, air frying is a healthier way to cook your favorite comfort foods—less mess, less oil, and way quicker than baking or deep-frying. So grab your air fryer and get ready to enjoy over 30 keto-friendly air fryer recipes that are just as satisfying as the real deal—without going off track.

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This post truly has something for everyone—from quick keto air fryer snacks and party-perfect appetizers to crispy mains that make dinner feel like a breeze. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, whipping up last-minute game day bites, or just need a fuss-free meal after a long day, these low-carb air fryer recipes have you covered.

Air frying has become a game-changer in the kitchen—and it’s easy to see why. You get that irresistible crispy texture (think golden chicken, crunchy veggies, melty cheese bites) without all the extra oil. It’s the perfect way to enjoy your favorite comfort foods while staying on track with your low-carb or keto lifestyle.

So if you’re after easy keto air fryer meals that are big on flavor but light on carbs and effort, this list of 30+ recipes is your new go-to. Trust me—you’re going to want to try every single one.

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What Is an Air Fryer?

If you’ve ever wondered how does an air fryer work, here’s the lowdown. An air fryer is a compact kitchen appliance that crisps up food using hot air instead of deep frying it in oil. Think of it like a super-powered mini oven with a fan—but one that’s really good at giving you that golden, crunchy texture we all love.

Unlike a regular oven that heats from top and bottom, an air fryer has a heating element on the top and a high-speed fan that blows hot air around your food. This combo cooks food quickly and evenly while using way less oil. That means you get crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside results without the grease—hello healthier fried food!

Why People Love Air Fryers

The benefits of using an air fryer are huge:

  • Less oil, fewer calories, and less mess than traditional deep frying.
  • Quick preheat time and fast cooking thanks to concentrated heat and airflow.
  • Crispy textures on everything from chicken wings to vegetables to frozen snacks.
  • Space-saving and energy-efficient, making them perfect for small kitchens or quick meals.

And it’s not just for “fried” foods—your air fryer cooking repertoire can include roasted veggies, baked goods, crispy tofu, even bacon and hard-boiled eggs.

So whether you’re cooking for one or feeding the family, an air fryer is a handy tool to make your favorite comfort foods faster, crispier, and just a little healthier.

Essential Ingredients for Keto Air Fryer Recipes

If you’re diving into low carb air fryer cooking, here’s a go-to list of essential ingredients for keto air fryer recipes to keep stocked in your kitchen. These basics make it easy to whip up quick, flavorful, and satisfying meals without falling off your keto game.

  • Low-carb vegetables: Vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, zucchini, bell peppers, and Brussels sprouts can be cooked in the air fryer. They are low in carbs and can be seasoned with herbs and spices to add flavor.
  • Protein: Air fryers are great for cooking any protein such as chicken, pork, beef, salmon, and bacon.
  • Healthy fats: You’ll need just a small amount of avocado oil or coconut oil.
  • Almond flour: Almond flour is a low-carb flour alternative that can be used to make breaded coatings for chicken or fish. It can also be used to make Keto-friendly desserts in the air fryer.
  • Cheese: For added flavor and texture, I love to use mozzarella cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan.
  • Spices and seasonings: I love to season my air fryer recipes with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.

What Is The Best Type of Air Fryer to Use for Keto Recipes?

If you’re wondering what kind of air fryer is best for keto cooking, you’re not alone. With so many models on the market, it can feel a bit overwhelming. But don’t stress—I’ve got the scoop on how to choose the best air fryer for keto recipeswithout overcomplicating things.

  • Go for High Wattage & Broad Temperature Range – When it comes to low carb air fryer meals, you want something that heats fast and evenly. Look for an air fryer with at least 1500 watts and a wide temperature range (think 180°F to 400°F). That way, you can do everything from gently warming fat bombs to crisping up keto chicken tenders in no time.
  • Choose the Right Size for Your Needs – Cooking just for yourself? A 3-quart model will do the trick. Feeding the fam or meal prepping? Opt for a 5 to 7-quart air fryer or even a dual-basket model—super handy for batch cooking keto recipes like cauliflower bites or salmon fillets.
  • Digital vs. Manual Controls – A digital air fryer with presets and customizable temperature/timer controls makes life easier—especially when you’re multitasking or want to be precise with keto desserts or crispy veggies. Manual dials work just fine, but if you like extra control, go digital.

Bonus Features Worth Having

  • Shake reminder or turn alert
  • Preheat function
  • Dehydrator mode (great for low-carb snacks like kale chips or jerky)

At the end of the day, the best air fryer for low-carb recipes is the one that fits your kitchen, your budget, and your lifestyle. Do a little research, check out a few reviews, and once you find your match—you’ll be amazed how quickly it becomes your go-to keto cooking tool.

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Air Fryer Bacon

Learn how to make perfectly crispy air fryer bacon in just 10 minutes! This quick and easy method gives you evenly cooked bacon every time—no flipping, no splatter, and minimal cleanup.
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Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini Slices

Perfectly roasted, healthy, and delicious this air fried zucchini is not only amazing, but it’s also keto, vegan, and gluten-free too! No breading at all! This is one of the best ways to roast sliced zucchini. You are going to love this recipe for air fryer roasted zucchini slices!
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Air Fryer Cauliflower

You can whip up a scrumptious side dish of crispy air fryer cauliflower using only a few basic ingredients. This recipe guarantees a roasted flavor with crunchy edges, and it takes just 10 minutes from prep to plate, making it a nutritious and easy option for any meal.
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Easy Air Fryer Asparagus

With only 5 simple ingredients, you can easily master making asparagus in the air fryer. All that's required is fresh asparagus, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Crispy green beans cooked in the air fryer, topped with sliced almonds.

Air Fryer Green Beans

Made with just 4 ingredients and ready in 20 minutes, these air fryer green beans are one of the easiest and healthiest side dishes you can make. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, or to serve during ThanksgivingChristmas, or any holiday meal.
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THE BEST KETO AIR FRYER BRUSSELS SPROUTS RECIPE

Keto air fryer brussels sprouts – crispy, crunchy, salty, cheesy brussels sprouts that are a perfect easy low carb side dish or snack! 
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AIR FRYER RADISHES

Air fryer radishes are seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection in just 15 minutes! These crispy radishes are the perfect keto-friendly potato substitution, low-carb side, or healthy snack. (This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan.)
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Air Fryer Kale Chips Recipe

Holy moly, these easy air fryer kale chips have the most satisfying crispy crunch! Truthfully, I’m not nuts about raw kale—but in chip form? That I can do! A simple, nutritious, homemade snack that nourishes my body and nourishes my soul’s desire for crunchy goodness. I’ll show you how to make kale chips in the air fryer in just minutes, using only kale leaves, oil, and salt.
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Air Fryer Garlic Mushrooms – Keto, Whole30, Vegan

These easy Air Fryer Garlic Mushrooms are a delicious side dish, made with just a few simple staple ingredients. Cooking mushrooms in the air fryer in so easy, and they’re come out tender, crispy, and bursting with flavor. 
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Keto Mozzarella Sticks Air Fryer (Pork Rind Mozzarella Sticks)

Can you air fry frozen mozzarella sticks? Yes, you can! IMHO, air fryers are the best way to cook frozen mozzarella sticks. Keep reading to learn how to make keto mozzarella sticks with pork rinds. This low carb keto mozzarella sticks air fryer recipe has only 1.4 grams of net carbs per serving! You’ll love these pork rind mozzarella sticks with their savory, crisp coating and warm, melty cheese centers. YUM! 
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AIR FRYER SPICY BAY SCALLOPS (WHOLE30, KETO)

This Air Fryer Bay Scallops recipe came together in minutes.  Make them in your air fryer or on the stove-top, either way, you will be sure to enjoy these Gluten-free, Whole30 and Paleo scallops!
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Easy 10 Minute Air Fryer Shrimp Recipe

Learn how to make the best crispy and juicy air fryer shrimp recipe every time with just a few easy ingredients. Ready in 10 minutes, this air fryer shrimp is a delicious and quick-to-make shrimp recipe loaded with delicious flavors.
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Keto Air Fryer Salmon Bites

These keto air fryer salmon bites are chunks of deliciousness that only take 20 minutes to make. The simple low carb marinade gives these salmon nuggets tons of flavor and only uses 3 ingredients. This keto seafood dinner is sure to be one of your favorites and it’s both low carb and high protein. Each serving has only 4.2g carbs but 61g protein.
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Air Fryer Salmon Patties (Keto Low Carb)

A delicious Air Fryer Salmon Patties recipe in 20 minutes! Using pork rinds instead of bread crumbs for the crust results in a crispy outside and tender inside. Make ahead and freeze for later. Air Fryer Salmon cakes are healthy – gluten-free, low carb, and keto-friendly. 
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KETO AIR FRYER SALMON

This easy keto air fryer salmon recipe is a quick low-carb, high protein, whole30 easy dinner that can be ready in 15 minutes with a delicious zingy, sugar-free dressing and perfect served with a side of any low-carb vegetable you enjoy!
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HEALTHY AIR FRYER WHITE FISH WITH GARLIC AND LEMON PEPPER

Air Fryer white fish is healthy, easy and always delicious. There’s so much to love about this quick and easy low carb fish recipe in the air fryer. You can use any white fish you like. We tested this air fryer tilapia recipe for our test kitchen and they loved it! 
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Air Fryer Keto Chicken Nuggets: The Easiest Version

But just because most chicken nuggets are gross does not mean all chicken nuggets are gross. These chicken nuggets are not the chicken nuggets you get from a drive-thru window. These low carb air fryer chicken nuggets are simply chunks of crispy, juicy, tender real chicken!
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30 MINUTE CRISPY KETO AIR FRYER CHICKEN BREAST

Shh…don't tell the family. They will never know that this Keto Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe isn't traditionally fried! Crispy and extra moist , this boneless chicken is gluten-free, grain-free, and low carb. Best of all, this easy recipe takes just 30 minutes start to finish.
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Keto Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Keto Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is among the most delicious and easy keto chicken recipes. This recipe is perfect for you who are looking for a quick and healthy dinner!
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Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned and cooked to their optimal crispiness in the air fryer. They are perfect for weekly meal prep and taste great the next day.  (keto, gluten free, whole30, paleo)
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Keto Chicken Legs: Air Fryer or Baked Chicken Drumsticks

This easy recipe for air fried or oven baked lemon keto chicken legs will tantalize your taste buds and leave your family begging for more. I’ll show you how to cook it in two ways, one team chicken legs air fryer, and one team chicken drumsticks oven!
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe (Easy, Delicious, And Healthy)

These crispy buffalo air fryer chicken wings are the ultimate game-day snack or easy weeknight dinner. They're juicy on the inside, perfectly crispy on the outside, and tossed in a flavorful buffalo sauce that’s hard to resist. The best part? You don’t need to deep fry them or use tons of oil—just pop them in the air fryer and let it do all the work.
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KETO AIR FRYER GARLIC PARMESAN WINGS

Keto Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings are crisp and full of delicious buttery parmesan garlic flavor and only 2 net carbs per serving.
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AIR FRYER SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS

Air Fryer Sausage and Peppers is not only keto friendly, but a delicious and easy dinner everyone will enjoy. Made with sausage, red and green bell peppers, onions, and more. 
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Greek Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs

Greek Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs!  Tender chicken marinated in a homemade Greek dressing with lots of veggies, cooked to perfection in the air fryer!  This is such a delicious and easy low-carb, gluten-free and dairy-free meal.  It’s one of those family friendly recipes everybody will enjoy!
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Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

Crispy, flavourful and easy Keto Air Fryer Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballsare full of gooey cheese and coated with a crispy crust air fried until golden brown. These delicious meatballs can also be made in the oven.
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Keto Pork Chops – Crispy Crunchy Breading!

You will love these easy keto pork chops. They are breaded in a pork rind crust and you will not believe how crispy they get! These keto pork chops can be made in the air fryer or the oven and they are zero net carbs!
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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

This Air Fryer Whole Chicken is the easiest, juiciest and most flavorful roast chicken you can imagine and comes together in just one hour!
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Air Fryer Zucchini Stuffed With Hamburger (Keto & Low Carb)

Air fryer zucchini stuffed with hamburger seasoned with Italian spices, then topped with gooey cheese. Healthy and delicious meal is ready in 20 minutes! 
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Keto Air Fryer Lasagna Bake

Forget the noodles! This keto air fryer lasagna bake is the perfect way to cut the carbs while enjoying that delicious Italian flavor!
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Easy Keto Falafel Recipe with Paleo Ingredients

An easy keto falafel recipe made without chickpeas is a delicious snack or appetizer. But it's also a perfect addition to a low carb salad or a paleo wrap for lunch.
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Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers Recipe (Easy, Low-Carb, & Make Ahead)

Easy and delicious, these Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers stuffed with cream cheese, freshly grated Colby Jack, and crispy bacon are fantastic appetizers that can be made ahead. Since you cook them in the air-fryer instead of deep frying, it’s a healthier recipe with less mess.
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32 Keto Air Fryer Recipes

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Prep time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Yelds 6 servings

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Looking to add some variety to your low-carb meal plan? Try air frying! These easy 30+ keto air fryer recipes bring all the crispy, golden goodness of fried food—without the carbs or extra oil.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Chicken wings
  • Seasonings: salt pepper, garlic powder to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Begin by using a sharp knife to cut approximately 10 whole chicken wings and dispose of the wing tips, resulting in 20 wing pieces, including 10 drumettes and 10 flaps. Make sure to pat them dry thoroughly using kitchen towels.
  • Season the chicken wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder.
  • Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer in the basket and then insert the basket into the air fryer.
  • Set the air fryer to 340F / 170C and cook for 13 minutes.
  • When the time is up, increase the temperature to 400F and cook for another 13 minutes.
  • After the wings are done, cover them with your favorite sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving.
Calories
168kcal
Total Carbs
0.1g
Net Carbs
Protein
14g
Fat
12g
Fiber
0.003g
Sugar

How do we calculate the nutrition info?

These nutrition facts listed are determined using nutrition information from the USDA Food Database. Our nutrition facts are accurate, but if you are using different products, please make your calculations. Net carb count is calculated by subtracting both fiber and sugar alcohols because they don’t raise blood sugar.

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