🥩 Air Fryer Meat & Seafood

Air Fryer Meat & Seafood Recipes

Cooking meat and seafood in the air fryer gives you the juicy inside and golden crust of pan-frying — without standing over a hot hob. Here's your complete protein cooking guide.

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Chicken

Chicken breast: 190°C for 18–20 min. Thighs: 200°C for 22–25 min. Always check internal temp reaches 74°C. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Steak

For a medium steak: 200°C for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway. Rest for 5 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper.

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Pork

Pork chops: 190°C for 15–18 minutes. Pork tenderloin: 190°C for 20–25 minutes until internal temp reaches 63°C.

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Salmon

Salmon fillets: 180°C for 10–12 minutes. Season with lemon, dill and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect every time.

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Prawns & Seafood

King prawns: 180°C for 6–8 minutes. Calamari: 200°C for 8–10 minutes. Always pat seafood dry first for the crispiest results.

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Safe Internal Temperatures

Chicken: 74°C · Pork: 63°C · Beef/lamb (medium): 63°C · Fish: 60°C. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.