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Every Air Fryer Recipe With 5 Ingredients or Fewer: All 111
Published by the RecipeAirFryer editorial team · How we source times · Updated
111 of the 304 air fryer recipes on this site (37%) need five ingredients or fewer, counting oil and seasoning. The largest groups are snacks (26), dinner (21) and side dishes (19).
Key findings
- The median five-ingredient recipe takes 19 minutes in total, against 25 for all recipes.
- 25 use three ingredients or fewer.
- 61 are also done in 20 minutes or less.
- Five-ingredient dinners include ham steak, sausages, pizza, teriyaki salmon and bbq chicken.
- Snacks26
- Dinner21
- Side Dishes19
- Breakfast16
- Dessert14
- Lunch7
- Appetizers3
- Vegan2
- Pork2
- Kids1
All 111 recipes
Listed by ingredient count, then by total time.
| Recipe | Temperature | Ingredients | Prep | Cook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon | 190°C / 375°F | 1 | 2 min | 10 min |
| Biscuits | 170°C / 340°F | 1 | 5 min | 8 min |
| Croissants | 170°C / 340°F | 1 | 5 min | 9 min |
| Eggs | 130°C / 270°F | 2 | 1 min | 10 min |
| Roasted Strawberries | 180°C / 350°F | 2 | 5 min | 6 min |
| Roasted Grapes | 180°C / 350°F | 2 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Hard Boiled Eggs | 130°C / 270°F | 2 | 1 min | 13 min |
| Hash Brown Patties | 200°C / 400°F | 2 | 5 min | 12 min |
| Cinnamon Rolls | 160°C / 320°F | 2 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Apple Chips | 150°C / 300°F | 2 | 10 min | 18 min |
| Pear Chips | 150°C / 300°F | 2 | 10 min | 18 min |
| Hot Dogs | 190°C / 375°F | 3 | 2 min | 7 min |
| S’mores | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 5 min | 4 min |
| Nachos | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 5 min | 5 min |
| Ham Steak | 190°C / 375°F | 3 | 3 min | 8 min |
| Grilled Cheese | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Quesadillas | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Tortilla Chips | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Pineapple | 190°C / 375°F | 3 | 5 min | 9 min |
| Oreos | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 10 min | 5 min |
| Sausage Patties | 190°C / 375°F | 3 | 8 min | 9 min |
| Hand Pies | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 15 min | 10 min |
| Empanadas | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Sausage Rolls | 180°C / 350°F | 3 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Baked Potato | 200°C / 400°F | 3 | 5 min | 40 min |
| Peaches | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 5 min | 8 min |
| Caprese Skewers | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 5 min |
| Flatbread Pizza | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 8 min | 7 min |
| Naan Pizza | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 8 min | 7 min |
| Cinnamon Apples | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 5 min | 10 min |
| Breakfast Sandwich | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 8 min | 8 min |
| Sausages | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 3 min | 14 min |
| Mini Pizzas | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 7 min |
| Gnocchi | 200°C / 400°F | 4 | 5 min | 12 min |
| French Bread Pizza | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 7 min |
| Pizza | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 8 min |
| Garlic Knots | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 8 min |
| Corn on the Cob | 200°C / 400°F | 4 | 5 min | 14 min |
| Teriyaki Salmon | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Halloumi Fries | 200°C / 400°F | 4 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Tater Tots | 200°C / 400°F | 4 | 5 min | 14 min |
| Plantains | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 8 min | 12 min |
| Breakfast Burritos | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 15 min | 7 min |
| Jalapeño Poppers | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Bagels | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Pepperoni Pizza Rolls | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Baked Apples | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 10 min | 14 min |
| Stuffed Mushrooms | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 15 min | 10 min |
| BBQ Chicken | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 10 min | 18 min |
| Roasted Garlic | 180°C / 360°F | 4 | 5 min | 23 min |
| Mac and Cheese Bites | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 20 min | 9 min |
| Enchiladas | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Vegetable Samosas | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Rice Paper Dumplings | 190°C / 375°F | 4 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Stromboli | 180°C / 350°F | 4 | 20 min | 12 min |
| French Fries | 200°C / 400°F | 4 | 15 min | 18 min |
| Garlic Bread | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 5 min | 6 min |
| Scallops | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 5 min | 6 min |
| Smores Dip | 180°C / 360°F | 5 | 5 min | 6 min |
| Tuna Steaks | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Scrambled Eggs | 150°C / 300°F | 5 | 4 min | 8 min |
| Shishito Peppers | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 5 min | 7 min |
| Asparagus | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 5 min | 8 min |
| Gammon Steak | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 3 min | 10 min |
| Green Beans | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 5 min | 9 min |
| Sausage Links | 180°C / 360°F | 5 | 3 min | 11 min |
| Hot Pockets | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 2 min | 12 min |
| Kale Chips | 150°C / 300°F | 5 | 8 min | 6 min |
| Bruschetta | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 10 min | 5 min |
| Granola | 160°C / 320°F | 5 | 5 min | 10 min |
| Steak | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 5 min | 11 min |
| Bell Peppers | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 6 min | 10 min |
| Haddock | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 5 min | 11 min |
| Broccoli | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 8 min | 9 min |
| French Toast Sticks | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Lava Cakes | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Cheeseburger Sliders | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Honey Garlic Salmon | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Baked Oats | 160°C / 320°F | 5 | 5 min | 14 min |
| Bacon Wrapped Asparagus | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 9 min |
| Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 8 min | 12 min |
| Donuts | 175°C / 350°F | 5 | 15 min | 6 min |
| Turkey Burgers | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 11 min |
| Cabbage Steaks | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 8 min | 14 min |
| Eggplant | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 13 min |
| Chicken Burgers | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 12 min | 11 min |
| Brussels Sprouts | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 14 min |
| Scones | 160°C / 320°F | 5 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Taquitos | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Broccoli Cheese Bites | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Avocado Fries | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 15 min | 9 min |
| Yorkshire Puddings | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 14 min |
| Spring Roll Bowls | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 15 min | 12 min |
| Butternut Squash | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 10 min | 18 min |
| Breakfast Potatoes | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 18 min |
| Chicken Alfredo Bake | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 15 min | 14 min |
| Tofu Nuggets | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 15 min | 14 min |
| Tofu Fries | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 15 min | 14 min |
| Potato Wedges | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 20 min |
| Paneer Tikka | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 20 min | 10 min |
| Twice Baked Potatoes | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 20 min | 12 min |
| Bacon-Wrapped Jalapenos | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 20 min | 14 min |
| Buffalo Wings | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 24 min |
| Lemon Pepper Wings | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 10 min | 24 min |
| Cauliflower Wings | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 20 min | 14 min |
| Stuffed Peppers | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 20 min | 15 min |
| Mozzarella Balls | 190°C / 375°F | 5 | 30 min | 7 min |
| Scotch Eggs | 180°C / 350°F | 5 | 25 min | 14 min |
| Crispy Roast Potatoes | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 15 min | 25 min |
| Pork Belly | 200°C / 400°F | 5 | 15 min | 30 min |
| Pork Shoulder | 170°C / 340°F | 5 | 15 min | 60 min |
What counts as an ingredient here
Everything on the ingredient list, including oil, salt and pepper. Many "five-ingredient" lists leave those out, which makes recipes look simpler than they are. By that looser count, more of the site would qualify.
A short list usually means the main ingredient carries the dish. That works well in an air fryer, where browning adds flavour that would otherwise need a sauce.
How these figures were worked out
The figures are counted from the 304 recipes published on RecipeAirFryer.com on 2026-10-08. Each recipe has one temperature, a time range, a prep time, an ingredient list and a serving count, and those fields are what is counted here.
The times and temperatures are the starting points given on each recipe page for a standard basket air fryer. They are not laboratory measurements, and air fryers differ between models, so treat the counts as a description of this recipe set, not of every air fryer.
Ingredients are counted by keyword in each recipe's ingredient list, and a recipe counts once per ingredient however many lines mention it. Spelling variants are grouped (for example "panko" with "breadcrumbs"), so the counts are close but not exact.
Every line in a recipe's ingredient list counts as one ingredient, including oil, salt and pepper.
You may quote these figures with a link to this page. If you spot an error, tell us through the contact page and we will correct it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I make in an air fryer with 5 ingredients?
111 of our 304 recipes, counting oil and seasoning. Dinners include ham steak, sausages, pizza and teriyaki salmon.
Do 5-ingredient recipes count oil and salt?
Ours do. Every line on the ingredient list is counted, so a recipe with a main ingredient, oil, salt, pepper and one spice is a five-ingredient recipe.
Are 5-ingredient air fryer recipes quicker?
Yes, on the whole. Their median total time is 19 minutes, against 25 for all 304 recipes.