Eating high-protein meals is very popular these days. And I get it, I love doing it too! I tend to feel better, more full, and have more energy when I personally prioritize protein.
If you've been here before, you know how much I love my air fryer. And I've been making so many high-protein foods in it over the last few years! Chicken, salmon, cod, eggs, chickpeas, etc.
I decided to compile some of my favorites into a post so you can get some ideas and recipes if you're trying to cook high protein meals in your air fryer this year! I hope you enjoy!
Chicken recipes
Air fryer thinly sliced chicken breast - This thin chicken breast cooks up quickly, making the perfect air fryer chicken recipe for when you're in a hurry!
Air fryer chicken bites - These chicken bites are lightly breaded and then air fried. They are like little chicken nuggets! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Air fryer chicken thighs - Chicken thighs cook up perfectly in the air fryer. Crispy skin and juicy inside.
Air fryer parmesan crusted chicken - This parmesan and panko crusted chicken can be used in so many ways! Salads, on top of pasta, or simply served with a delicious side dish.
Salmon recipes
Air fryer salmon steak - Ever cooked a salmon steak in the air fryer? It comes out perfectly flaky and delicious!
Air fryer Old Bay salmon - This salmon fillet is seasoned with Old Bay seasoning for a delicious flavor.
Air fryer salmon bites - These salmon bites cook up so quickly and are perfect in a rice bowl.
Air fryer gochujang salmon - The gochujang paste gives this air fryer salmon so much flavor!
Air fryer peach salmon - This is the perfect air fryer salmon to make when you have fresh peaches! The salmon is perfectly seasoned and topped with a peach salsa.
Other high-protein air fryer recipes
Air fryer garlic butter shrimp - Air fryer garlic butter shrimp is almost like a shrimp scampi! Serve as is, or on top of pasta or zucchini noodles.
Air fryer chickpeas - Air fryer chickpeas make a delicious snack or are perfect on a salad or grain bowl.
Air fryer stuffed peppers - These stuffed peppers have beans and ground beef, packed full of protein!
Air fryer miso cod - Air fryer miso cod is flavorful and easy to make with a few simple ingredients.
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