Oven to Air Fryer Converter

The standard rule is to lower the oven temperature by about 20°C (25°F) and cut the cooking time by roughly 20%. Air fryers circulate hot air more efficiently than an oven, so food cooks faster at a slightly lower temperature.

It is a good starting point. Thin or small foods can cook even faster, so check a few minutes early the first time. Dense foods like a whole chicken may need closer to the original time.

For most foods a 2-3 minute preheat helps things crisp up and cook evenly, especially breaded and frozen items. It is optional for longer cooks.