The air fryer boom caused millions of households to make a space on their kitchen countertop for a shiny new appliance nearly a decade ago. Nowadays, they are as common (and popular) as a standard microwave! With the primary advantage of air fryers using less oil and thus, resulting in healthier meals, combined with the end-result of a crispy texture on your food thanks to the rapid air circulation in the fryer, it’s no wonder that they continue to be used almost daily. Here are five great ones to consider.
Emeril Lagasse 26-Quart Air Fryer
Brand reputation is often a key factor when selecting an air fryer. Take the Emeril Lagasse Air Fryer, which is touted by the celebrity chef who has written over a dozen cookbooks, launched restaurants, and has been on numerous cooking shows. Customers can be assured that this air fryer will not disappoint. The multi-functional device integrates the capabilities of an air fryer, a toaster oven, and a rotisserie cooker; it also features a generous inner capacity to accommodate larger quantities of food, making it suitable for big families or those who like to entertain.
Ninja Foodi Smart XL Air Fryer
Consider this: You want a roasted chicken, but your significant other wants salmon filets. Eliminate back-to-back cooking like a traditional single-basket air fryer with the Ninja Foodi Smart XL double frying baskets. With its DualZone technology you can cook two different foods at different temperatures and have them finished at the same time. So, everyone gets what they want to eat (and no one will be waiting longer for it!) And no more guessing if your steaks are ready— achieve the perfect doneness, from rare to well-done, at the touch of a button with the integrated thermometer.
Philips Premium XXL Air Fryer
Cooking healthy never got easier than this. Philips Premium Air fryers are the only air fryers with fat removal technology that extracts and captures excess fat, more fat than other products on the market. You can fry chicken or French fries with little or no added oil AND remove fat from food, too. Cook up to 6 dinner portions or 8 appetizer portions at once. If you’re overwhelmed with excitement and not sure where to start, simply download the free Philips Kitchen app to discover over 200 tasty recipes for inspiration to not only fry, but also grill, roast, bake, reheat, dehydrate, and toast.
COSORI Pro LE 5-Quart Air Fryer
The Cosori Pro LE boasts quick and easy meals so even the most inexperienced home chef can wow their family or dinner guests. It cooks with industry-leading temperatures up to 450°F, making heating efficiency 20% faster than its predecessor models. There are nine one-touch cooking functions on a tempered glass display that let you select the best automated time and temp for various foods. Press the Bacon button, for example and it will cook your slices at 320 degrees for eight minutes to get the perfect crunchy texture!
Instant Essentials Air Fryer
If you’re minding your wallet, or don’t have too much counter space to spare, the Instant Essentials may just be perfect for you. Featuring two simple dials for time and temperature makes operating this air fryer incredibly convenient. The 4-quart basket easily fits 1.5-pounds of French fries or 2.5-pounds of chicken is ideal for getting two to three portions, which is great for singles and two-person households. Its compact design is small enough to tuck away into your cabinet or pantry too.