Get Ready to Drool: 20 Keto Air Fryer Recipes to Make

If you’ve gone keto, then you might want to go get an air fryer ASAP because these keto air fryer recipes are legit. And if you lean more skeptical about how anything named “fryer” can be good for a keto diet, read on for all the reasons it is.

Keep it simple or go fancy — either way, air fryer recipes for keto are about to be your best friend. Plus the cleanup sure beats traditional cooking methods. Like I said, if you’re on the keto bandwagon, Starbucks’ keto drinks are worth a try (and they’re downright delicious).

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Is an air fryer good for a keto diet?

In short, yes! If you like fried food, quick cook times, and controlling the amount of calories in your diet, an air fryer is your jam. Here are some ways the air fryer is your keto cooking buddy:

• Axe the oil, axe the calories. Air fryer recipes don’t require oil as the heat, and air circulating is what “fries” the food, hence fewer calories.
• Quick cooking. Air fryer cooking takes up to 50% less time than cooking in a traditional oven.
• It makes all the things. Air fryers can cook low-carb veggies and meat like chicken, pork, and steak. They can even give you the taste and crunch of fried food without the calories!

 

1. Crispy Bacon Keto Air Fryer Recipe

I’m pretty sure it’s an unofficial keto requirement to have bacon with every meal. Keep it easy with this recipe:

Ingredients:

• 8 – 10 slices of bacon
• Parchment paper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and line the air fryer basket with a piece of parchment paper.
2. Place the bacon slices on the parchment paper, making sure that they aren’t overlapping. Depending on the size of your unit, you’ll need to divide the bacon cook times.
3. Cook the bacon in the air fryer for 8 – 10 minutes or until it’s crispy and golden brown.

Remove the bacon using tongs or a spatula and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Let it cool for a minute or two before serving.

 

2. Perfect Salmon Air Fryer Recipe

If tender, flaky salmon with almost no work is your thing, then this air fryer keto recipe will be your new favorite. Heck, keto or not, air fried salmon is my go-to for a quick dinner. This is a super basic recipe, so play around with seasonings or marinades (teriyaki is my jam!).

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and brush them with olive oil on both sides.
3. Season them with salt and pepper to taste and place them in the air fryer basket, skin-side down.
4. Cook the salmon in the air fryer for 10 – 12 minutes or until it’s cooked through and flaky.

 

3. Green Beans Air Fryer Recipe

Fact: green beans are pretty cheap, keto friendly, and go with everything. Here’s a simple and delicious air fryer recipe for green beans that’s perfect for a Keto diet:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Garlic powder or other seasonings (optional)
• Sliced onions, mushrooms (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a bowl, toss the green beans with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings, such as garlic powder.
3. Spread the seasoned green beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook the green beans in the air fryer for 8 – 10 minutes or until they’re crispy and tender. Use tongs or a spatula to remove.

 

4. Air Fryer Recipe for Keto Egg Muffins

When you combine spinach, bacon, cheese, and eggs, you know something delectable is coming soon. Paper and silicone muffin baking cups can be used in an air fryer, but I’m a fan of silicone because I don’t trust the paper ones to not spill. I found an air fryer silicone muffin mold on Amazon for about $10.

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until well combined.
3. Add in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped spinach, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together.
4. Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the muffin cups, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
6. Place the muffin tin in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 – 12 minutes or until the egg muffins are set and golden brown.
7. Once done, remove the muffin tin from the air fryer and let the egg muffins cool for a minute or two.
8. Use a spoon or a knife to gently remove the egg muffins from the muffin cups.

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5. Stuffed Bell Peppers Air Fryer Recipe

Stuffed bell peppers are an easy and filling main or side dish for those on a Keto diet. Feel free to switch out the ground beef for lamb, pork, chicken, turkey, or steak, all of which are keto friendly.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
3. Add in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
5. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the ground beef mixture and place them in the air fryer basket.
6. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Cook the stuffed bell peppers in the air fryer for 12 – 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove carefully with tongs.

 

6. Air Fryer Keto Recipe for Pork Spare Ribs

These are seriously better than takeout and almost as easy. They’re perfect for a satisfying dinner or a game day snack! Here’s a mouthwatering air fryer keto recipe for pork spare ribs that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 2 lb pork spare ribs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the spices to make a dry rub. Evenly coat the ribs with the rub.
3. Place the seasoned pork spare ribs in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overlapping.
4. Cook the pork spare ribs in the air fryer for 25 – 30 minutes or until they’re crispy and cooked through.
5. Brush the sugar-free BBQ sauce all over the pork spare ribs.
6. Return the pork spare ribs to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5 – 10 minutes or until the BBQ sauce is sticky and caramelized.

 

7. Air Fryer Keto Recipe for Broccoli

This is the perfect side to just about anything. You’ll love the cleanup, too! Add some spice with red pepper flakes.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until they’re evenly coated.
3. Spread the seasoned broccoli florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 8 – 10 minutes or until they’re crispy and tender.
5. Once done, remove the broccoli from the air fryer using tongs or a spatula and transfer them to a serving dish.

 

8. Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe

How can you make steak better? Just dice it, put it in the air fryer, and walk away. Pair it with your air fried broccoli or green beans. Here’s a mouthwatering air fryer garlic butter steak bites recipe that’s perfect for a Keto diet:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into small cubes
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and onion powder to make a garlic butter sauce.
3. In a separate bowl, toss the sirloin steak cubes with the garlic butter sauce until they’re evenly coated.
4. Spread the seasoned steak cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook the steak cubes in the air fryer for 6 – 8 minutes or until they’re crispy on the outside and cooked to your desired level of doneness on the inside.

 

9. Keto Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe

If you’ve been searching for a great keto air fryer chicken recipe, this might be the one. Chicken wings are always a good idea, especially if they’re as easy as these. Baking powder helps those wings get that desirable crunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 lb chicken wings
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to make a dry rub.
3. Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel and then sprinkle the dry rub over them, making sure they’re evenly coated.
4. Place the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook the chicken wings in the air fryer for 20 – 25 minutes or until they’re crispy and cooked through, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time.

If desired, toss the chicken wings with your favorite Keto-friendly hot sauce before serving.

 

10. Buffalo Cauliflower Air Fryer Recipe

Keto veggie deliciousness is just a few steps away with this twist on a boring cauliflower recipe. This would be delicious with those chicken wings.

Ingredients:

• 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized florets
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
• Chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. Combine the almond flour and spices to make a dry mixture. In another bowl, whisk together the hot sauce and avocado oil to make a sauce.
3. Dip the cauliflower florets in the sauce mixture, making sure they’re evenly coated. Then dip them in the dry mixture, making sure they’re fully coated.
4. Place the coated florets in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Cook them for 15 – 20 minutes or until they’re crispy and golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
6. Remove them from the air fryer using tongs or a spatula and transfer them to a serving dish.
7. Drizzle the cauliflower florets with more hot sauce and serve them with ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional) and chopped green onions (optional).

 

11. Chicken Fajitas Air Fryer Recipe

Here’s a tasty and easy chicken fajitas air fryer recipe that’s perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. Serve the chicken and vegetables in the low-carb tortillas and top with sliced avocado, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and sour cream, if desired.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• 8 – 10 small low-carb tortillas

Optional toppings: sliced avocado, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, sour cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
2. Mix the spices to make a fajita seasoning.
3. In a large bowl, toss the chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, and fajita seasoning until everything is evenly coated.
4. Place the chicken and vegetables in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Cook the chicken and vegetables in the air fryer for 10 – 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.

 

12. BBQ Chicken Drumsticks Keto Air Fryer Recipe

What’s better than BBQ chicken that doesn’t involve setting up a grill or heating up your oven? For the ultimate crispness, cook the chicken legs in batches. Nobody likes steamed chicken drumsticks.

Ingredients:

• 8 – 10 chicken drumsticks
• 1/2 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
2. Mix together the oil and spices before rubbing it onto the chicken drumsticks, making sure they’re evenly coated.
3. Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
4. Cook the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer for 20 – 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
5. Once done, remove the chicken drumsticks from the air fryer and brush them with the sugar-free BBQ sauce.
6. Place the chicken drumsticks back in the air fryer and cook for an additional 2 – 3 minutes or until the BBQ sauce is caramelized and sticky.

 

13. Recipe for Keto Fried Mushrooms in the Air Fryer

I’ll eat mushrooms in any form, but there’s something about air fried mushrooms that just makes me happy. They’re meaty, flavorful, and super easy to make. Perfect for a side dish or snack.

Get the recipe below:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make a coating mixture.
3. Dip each mushroom slice in the beaten egg, then coat it with the coating mixture, shaking off any excess.
4. Place the coated mushroom slices in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Spray the coated mushrooms with cooking spray.
6. Cook the mushrooms in the air fryer for 8 – 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
7. Once done, remove the mushrooms from the air fryer and serve hot.

 

14. Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Sweet and tropical make the best dinners. And nothing beats the crunch of air fried coconut shrimp. Pair it with a sweet chili dipping sauce and vegetables for a drool-worthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Avocado oil cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs and then coat it in the coconut-almond mixture, making sure it’s evenly coated.
4. Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spraying them with avocado oil cooking spray.
5. Cook the shrimp in the air fryer for 8 – 10 minutes or until they’re crispy and cooked through, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time.

 

15. Asian-Style Pork Meatballs Keto Air Fryer Recipe

How about a delicious and easy meatball recipe that’s perfect for a flavorful and protein-packed meal? We gotcha covered. You can serve them with cauliflower rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
2. Combine all of the ingredients and shape the pork mixture into 1-inch meatballs, making sure they’re evenly sized.
3. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
4. Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Cook the meatballs in the air fryer for 12 – 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
6. Once done, remove the meatballs from the air fryer and serve hot.

 

16. Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Spaghetti squash is a low-carb, keto-friendly star that’s super versatile. You can top it with marinara sauce, pesto, or even meatballs for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium spaghetti squash
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. Cut off the top and bottom of the spaghetti squash and discard. Slice in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and pulp.
3. Brush the cut sides of the spaghetti squash with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Place the spaghetti squash halves cut-side down in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook the spaghetti squash in the air fryer for 20 – 25 minutes or until the flesh is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
6. Once done, remove the spaghetti squash from the air fryer and let cool for a few minutes.
7. Use a fork to scrape the flesh of the spaghetti squash into long strands, like spaghetti.

 

17. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Keto Recipe

You won’t even miss traditional asparagus with this recipe. And you won’t need as much salt since the bacon surrounds the veggies.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb asparagus spears, trimmed
• 8 slices of bacon, cut in half
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. Whisk the oil with the seasonings. Set aside. Wrap each asparagus spear with a half slice of bacon, making sure it’s tightly wrapped and the ends are tucked underneath.
3. Brush the seasoning mixture over the bacon-wrapped asparagus, making sure they’re evenly coated.
4. Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Cook the bacon-wrapped asparagus in the air fryer for 8 – 10 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time.

 

18. Keto Air Fryer Parmesan Cauliflower

Enjoy crispy cauliflower with a flavorful coating of Parmesan cheese. It’s a great low-carb and low-calorie alternative to traditional fried cauliflower dishes! You can also add other spices or herbs to the seasoning mixture, such as cumin, oregano, or thyme, to give the cauliflower a different flavor profile.

Ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated
3. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
4. Place the seasoned cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
5. Cook for 12 – 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
6. Once the cauliflower florets are tender and lightly browned, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over them.
7. Cook for an additional 2 – 3 minutes or until the parmesan cheese is melted and golden brown.

 

19. Chicken Pineapple Kebabs Keto Air Fryer Recipe

Ready for a savory and sweet chicken recipe that’s easy to make (and eat)? It’s colorful, full of protein, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup avocado oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Skewers (soak in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.
3. Thread the chicken, pineapple, and bell peppers onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients.
4. Brush the marinade over the kebabs, making sure they’re evenly coated.
5. Place the kebabs in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
6. Cook the kebabs in the air fryer for 12 – 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time.

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20. Bacon-Wrapped Scallops Keto Air Fryer Recipe

These bacon-wrapped scallops are perfect as an appetizer. They’re a nice deviation from boring seafood dishes. Serve it with veggies or eat them alone!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb sea scallops
• 12 slices of bacon
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Toothpicks
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
2. Rinse the scallops and pat them dry with paper towels. Combine the seasonings and sprinkle the mixture over the scallops, making sure they’re coated evenly.
3. Cut each bacon slice in half and wrap each scallop with a half slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick.
4. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped scallops in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
6. Cook the scallops in the air fryer for 10 – 12 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time.