Storage and Reheating

Store leftover Air Fryer Apple Crisp covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat, place an individual serving back into the air fryer and heat until warmed through. This helps bring the crisp topping back to life instead of leaving it soft.

You can also reheat it in the microwave, although the topping will not be as crispy.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Air Fryer Apple Crisp warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The combination of hot cinnamon apples and cold, creamy ice cream is hard to beat.

You can also add whipped cream, caramel sauce, chopped pecans, or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.

Why You Will Like These Slow Cooker Recipes

Weight Watchers slow cooker recipes make it easy to enjoy delicious, satisfying meals without spending hours in the kitchen.

These easy crockpot recipes are perfect for busy weeknights and can include everything from tender chicken and pork to hearty soups and comforting family dinners.

With simple ingredients and plenty of flavor, these Weight Watchers slow cooker recipes make meal planning easier while helping you stay on track.

Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes are perfect for easy, comforting meals with minimal effort! From creamy chicken and hearty soups to shredded BBQ chicken and flavorful chicken dinners, these slow cooker recipes are simple, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights. Let your slow cooker do the work with these easy chicken recipes the whole family will love.

• Slow Cooker Taco Soup  | 3 points
•  Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos| 0 point
• Slow Cooker Crack Chicken | 4 points
• Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken  | 7 points
• Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala | 5 points
• Slow Cooker Chicken and Spaghetti | 8 points plus
• Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili 
• Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken
• Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy
• Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
• Slow Cooker Sweet Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

Slow Cooker Pork Recipes are an easy way to make tender, flavorful meals with minimal effort! From pulled pork and pork chops to cozy soups and simple family dinners, these slow cooker pork recipes are perfect for busy weeknights. You'll also find Weight Watchers-friendly slow cooker pork recipes for lighter meals that are full of flavor and easy to fit into your meal plan.

•   Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas | 6 points
• Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pulled Pork | 2 points
• Slow cooker Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin | 7 points

Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

Slow Cooker Soup Recipes are perfect for easy, comforting meals with minimal effort! From hearty chicken soups and creamy soups to bean soups, vegetable soups, and cozy crockpot favorites, these recipes are perfect for busy weeknights and cold days. You'll also find Weight Watchers-friendly slow cooker soup recipes for lighter, satisfying meals that are easy to fit into your meal plan.

• Crock Pot Chicken Taco Chili  | 4  Points Plus
• Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Taco Soup (Low Sodium)
• Weight Watchers Zero Point Cabbage Soup
• Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup | 1 point
• Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Beef Stew | 10 points
• Slow Cooker Moroccan and Chicken Stew | 8 points
• Paula Deen's Crock Pot Potato Soup | 6 Points
• Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
• Weight Watchers Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage and Spinach
• Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup

Ingredients Needed for Vampire Steak

• Minced garlic: Garlic gives the steak its bold, savory flavor. Freshly minced garlic works especially well in this recipe.
• Fresh lemon juice: Lemon juice adds brightness and acidity to the marinade while helping balance the smoky flavors.
• Spanish smoked paprika: Smoked paprika gives the steak a rich smoky flavor and adds beautiful color to the outside of the meat.
• Fresh tarragon: Fresh chopped tarragon provides a slightly sweet, herbal flavor that pairs beautifully with beef.
• Flank steak: A 1 ½-pound flank steak is the star of the recipe. Trim away any excess fat or tough pieces before cooking.
• Kosher salt: Salt enhances the natural flavor of the beef and helps season the steak throughout.
• Black pepper: Freshly ground black pepper adds a little bite and complements the smoky paprika.
• Cooking spray: Cooking spray helps prevent the steak from sticking to the cooking surface.

How to Make Vampire Steak

1. Combine first 4 ingredients. Score a diamond pattern on both sides of steak; rub juice mixture evenly over both sides. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.
2. Preheat grill to high heat.
3. Sprinkle both sides of steak evenly with salt and pepper. Place steak on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove steak from grill; let stand 5 minutes. Cut steak across grain into slices.

Leftovers and Storage

Store leftover Vampire Steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. For the best texture, reheat gently in a skillet over low to medium heat until warmed through.

You can also slice leftover steak and use it in salads, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, or steak bowls.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Vampire Steak with classic steakhouse sides such as mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, French fries, or air fryer vegetables. A simple green salad or roasted asparagus also pairs well with the rich garlic butter.

For Halloween, make the meal extra fun by serving the steak with spooky appetizers, Halloween-themed desserts, or colorful vegetables.

Ingredients Needed

• Frozen Corn on the Cob: You can cook the corn straight from frozen, so there is no need to thaw it first.
• Melted Butter: Butter coats the corn and helps the seasoning stick while adding rich, buttery flavor.
• Kinder's Garlic Butter Seasoning: This adds garlic, buttery flavor, and savory seasoning to every bite. It's an easy shortcut for getting lots of flavor without measuring several individual spices.
• Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan over the hot corn for a salty, savory finish that pairs perfectly with the garlic butter seasoning.

How to Make Frozen Corn on the Cob in Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F. Place the frozen corn on the cob into the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, turning the corn halfway through. Brush the hot corn generously with melted butter.

Sprinkle with Kinder's Garlic Butter seasoning.

Add a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Return the corn to the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the Parmesan is warm and lightly toasted. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and melted butter if desired.

Cooking times can vary depending on the size of the corn and your particular air fryer.

Do You Need to Use Foil for Corn on the Cob in the Air Fryer?

You’ll often see recipes online telling you to wrap your corn on the cob (frozen or fresh) tightly in aluminum foil before putting it in the air fryer. While the intention might be to keep things clean or lock in moisture, foil actually works against you:

It ruins the texture: Steaming corn makes it mushy rather than crisp-tender. To get that authentic grilled flavor, the heat needs direct contact with the kernels.

Storage, Reheating, and Freezing

Store leftover Air Fryer Frozen Corn on the Cob in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, place the corn back in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for about 3 to 5 minutes, turning once. You can brush it with a little additional butter before reheating.

I do not recommend refreezing cooked corn on the cob because the texture can become watery and less tender.

Serving Suggestions

Air Fryer Frozen Corn on the Cob makes an easy side dish for so many meals. Serve it alongside air fryer chicken, burgers, steak, pork chops, grilled chicken, or your favorite barbecue recipes.

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Steak (Medium Rare)

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Thighs

Variations to Try

For a Mexican-inspired version, add chili powder, lime juice, and cotija cheese. For garlic Parmesan corn, sprinkle the hot corn with Parmesan cheese and extra garlic powder.

You can also serve it with a simple dinner of roasted potatoes and chicken for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients Needed

• Naan bread: Naan creates a sturdy pizza crust with a soft center and crispy edges. Use your favorite plain or garlic naan.
• Cooking spray: A light coating of cooking spray helps the bottom of the naan crisp up nicely in the air fryer.
• Pizza sauce: Use your favorite jarred pizza sauce. A thin layer works best so the naan does not become soggy. Try out this homemade recipe - Pizza Sauce with Tomato Paste
• Mozzarella cheese: Shredded mozzarella melts beautifully and gives the pizza that classic cheesy topping.
• Pepperoni: Pepperoni adds a salty, savory flavor and gets slightly crisp around the edges.
• Canadian bacon: Canadian bacon adds another layer of savory flavor and pairs especially well with pepperoni.

How to Make Air Fryer Naan Pizza

Start by preheating your air fryer to 375°F for 2 to 3 minutes.

Lightly spray both sides of the naan bread with cooking spray. This is an important step because it helps the naan get crispy on the bottom.

Place the naan in the air fryer basket. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the top, leaving a little room around the edges for a crispy crust.

Sprinkle the mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Add the pepperoni and Canadian bacon, then finish with a sprinkle of Italian seasoning if desired.

Air fry at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden and crisp. Start checking around 5 minutes because air fryers can cook differently.

Carefully remove the pizza from the air fryer and let it cool for a minute before slicing.

Storage

Store leftover naan pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For the best texture, reheat leftover pizza in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes. This will help crisp the naan again while warming the toppings. You can also microwave it, but the crust will be softer.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Air Fryer Naan Pizza with a simple green salad, Caesar salad, or roasted vegetables for an easy dinner.

You can also serve it with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping. For a fun pizza night, make several naan pizzas and let everyone choose their own toppings.

This recipe is also great with air fryer waffle fries, chicken strips, or a simple side of fruit when you want an easy meal with minimal effort.

Why This Works

Cooking pizza rolls in the air fryer gives them the crispy texture you want without needing to deep fry them. The circulating hot air cooks the outside evenly while the filling heats through.

You also do not need to thaw frozen pizza rolls first. They can go straight from the freezer into the air fryer, which makes this an easy option for a quick snack, lunch, or appetizer.

The garlic butter topping is what makes these pizza rolls extra delicious. Garlic powder mixes easily into melted butter and coats the crispy pizza rolls with plenty of savory flavor. Finishing them with Parmesan cheese adds a salty, cheesy bite that pairs perfectly with the pizza filling.

Conventional Oven vs Air Fryer

An air fryer is essentially a small, powerful convection oven that circulates hot air around food. The main difference is the size and airflow. Because an air fryer has a smaller cooking chamber and food sits closer to the heating element, it can cook food faster and often create a crispier exterior.

A convection oven has a larger capacity, making it better for cooking larger portions or multiple dishes at once. For smaller meals like making pizza rolls and foods you want crispy, the air fryer is often the more convenient choice. I rarely use my oven anymore, only to make larger pizzas or casseroles, and make a lot of food in my air fryer now!

Ingredients Needed

• Frozen Pizza Rolls: Use your favorite frozen pizza rolls. Keep them frozen until you are ready to cook them.
• Butter: Melted butter creates the base for the garlic butter sauce and helps the garlic powder stick to the pizza rolls.
• Garlic Powder: Garlic powder gives the butter a savory garlic flavor without adding moisture to the pizza rolls.
• Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the hot pizza rolls for a salty, cheesy finish.

How to Make Pizza Rolls in Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 380°F if your model recommends preheating. Otherwise, you can place the frozen pizza rolls directly into the air fryer basket.

Arrange the pizza rolls in a single layer. Try not to overcrowd the basket because the hot air needs room to circulate around each pizza roll.

Air fry at 380°F for 7 to 9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. Cooking times can vary depending on your air fryer and the brand of pizza rolls, so check them toward the end of the cooking time.

While the pizza rolls cook, melt the butter. Stir in the garlic powder until well combined.

Toss the warm pizza rolls with the garlic butter sauce or brush the sauce over them. Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Storage

Leftover pizza rolls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow them to cool before storing.

To reheat, place the pizza rolls back in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 5 minutes, or until heated through. The air fryer will help bring back some of their crispiness.

Serving Suggestions

These garlic Parmesan air fryer pizza rolls make an easy snack, appetizer, or quick lunch or with a bag of Ceasar Salad mix.

Serve them with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping. You can also pair them with ranch dressing, garlic butter, or your favorite dipping sauce.

For a party, place the pizza rolls on a serving platter and sprinkle them with extra Parmesan cheese. Add a little dried parsley or Italian seasoning if you want even more flavor.

What Is an Air Fryer?

An air fryer is a countertop appliance that cooks food by circulating hot air around it. This rapid circulation helps food cook quickly while creating a crispy exterior with little or no oil.

Air fryers come in many different sizes and styles, but most have a removable basket or cooking tray and temperature and time controls. Some models also have preset cooking programs.

Conventional Oven vs Air Fryer

An air fryer is essentially a small, powerful convection oven that circulates hot air around food. The main difference is the size and airflow. Because an air fryer has a smaller cooking chamber and food sits closer to the heating element, it can cook food faster and often create a crispier exterior.

A convection oven has a larger capacity, making it better for cooking larger portions or multiple dishes at once. For smaller meals and foods you want crispy, the air fryer is often the more convenient choice. I rarely use my oven anymore, only to make larger pizzas or casseroles, and make a lot of food in my air fryer now!

How to Use an Air Fryer

Place the food in the basket in a single layer whenever possible. Avoid packing the basket too tightly. Hot air needs to circulate around the food to help it cook evenly and become crispy.

For many foods, flipping halfway through cooking or shaking the basket helps everything brown more evenly. This is especially helpful for French fries, vegetables, chicken pieces, and other foods that benefit from even browning.

Use a food thermometer when cooking meat and poultry. Chicken, for example, should reach an internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest part.

Carefully remove the basket when your food is finished because it will be hot. Transfer the food to a plate and allow it to cool slightly before serving.

Helpful Air Fryer Tools

Instant-read thermometer: Probably the most useful tool, especially for chicken, steak, pork, and fish. It takes the guesswork out of knowing when food is done.

Silicone-tipped tongs: Great for flipping chicken, fish, vegetables, and other foods without scratching the basket.

Oil sprayer: Lets you apply a light, even coating of oil when you want food to brown or crisp better.

Silicone liner: Makes cleanup easier and can be useful for saucier foods. Make sure it is designed for your air fryer's temperature range.

Parchment liners: Helpful for sticky or breaded foods, although they should only be used according to the manufacturer's recommendations and with food weighing them down.

Do I need to preheat my air fryer?

Some recipes call for a preheated air fryer, while others do not. If a recipe specifically says to preheat, allow the air fryer to heat for a few minutes before adding your food.

Do You Need Oil in an Air Fryer?

You do not always need oil when using an air fryer. Many frozen foods already contain oil, while naturally fatty foods such as chicken thighs can cook without adding much additional oil.

For foods that benefit from a little extra browning, lightly coating them with oil can help. An oil sprayer or brush makes it easy to apply a thin, even coating.

Air Fryer Tips for Beginners

• Don't overcrowd the basket. One of the easiest ways to prevent crispy food is to pack the basket too full.
• Start checking food early. Your air fryer may cook faster than the recipe you're following, especially if it is a smaller model.
• Use a thermometer for meat. Cooking time is only an estimate. Internal temperature is the best way to determine whether meat is safely cooked.
• Don't be afraid to experiment. Once you understand how your air fryer cooks, you can start adjusting temperatures and cooking times to suit your preferences.
• Keep the basket clean. Cleaning the basket after each use helps prevent old food and grease from affecting the flavor of your next recipe.

What Can You Cook in an Air Fryer?

One of the best things about an air fryer is how versatile it is. You can make everything from crispy chicken and vegetables to frozen foods, pizza, appetizers, seafood, and desserts.

It is also great for reheating foods that you want to keep crispy instead of soft. French fries, pizza, chicken wings, and other fried foods can often be reheated beautifully in an air fryer.

Ingredients Needed

• Frozen chicken breasts: Use boneless, skinless frozen chicken breasts. Try to choose pieces that are similar in size so they cook evenly. I get these from Walmart in the frozen section.
• Olive oil or Olive Oil Spray: A light coating helps the seasonings stick to the chicken and encourages better browning.
• Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper make a simple all-purpose seasoning blend.
• Sauce: Choose your favorite sauce for brushing onto the chicken halfway through cooking and again after it is finished.

How to Make Frozen Chicken Breast in Air Fryer

Preheat the air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Air fry. Place the frozen chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 375°F for about 15 minutes.

Add the sauce. Flip the chicken and brush with your favorite sauce.

Continue cooking. Air fry for another 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts.

Check the temperature. Use an instant-read thermometer to make sure the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F.

Add more sauce. Brush or toss the cooked chicken with another layer of sauce before serving.

Rest and serve. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Seasoning Ideas

You can easily change the flavor of your chicken with different seasonings.

• Classic: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
• Smoky: Smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper
• Italian: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
• Cajun: Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika
• Lemon pepper: Lemon pepper seasoning and garlic powder

Sauce Ideas

• BBQ sauce – classic and easy; brush on near the end so it doesn't burn.
• Buffalo sauce – great if you like spicy, tangy chicken.
• Honey garlic sauce – sweet, savory, and sticky.
• Teriyaki sauce – especially good with a little sesame seed garnish.
• Honey mustard – sweet and tangy.
• Korean BBQ sauce – bold, sweet, spicy, and savory.
• Buffalo ranch – toss the cooked thighs in buffalo sauce and drizzle with ranch.

Storage

Store leftover chicken breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

To reheat, place the chicken in the air fryer at 350°F until heated through. You can add a little more sauce before reheating to help keep the chicken flavorful.

You can also slice leftover chicken and use it in salads, wraps, sandwiches, rice bowls, or meal prep containers.

Serving Suggestions

Air fryer frozen chicken breast is incredibly versatile. Serve it with roasted vegetables, air fryer potatoes, rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.

For a quick lunch, slice the chicken and add it to a salad or wrap. You can also serve BBQ chicken with coleslaw, buffalo chicken with celery and ranch, or teriyaki chicken with rice and steamed vegetables.

For meal prep, cook several chicken breasts and use different sauces so you have a variety of meals throughout the week.

Ingredients Needed

• Frozen chicken wings: Use your favorite frozen chicken wings. They can be whole wings, wingettes, or drumettes. If the wings are frozen together in a large clump, cook them for several minutes first so they can be separated.
• Olive oil: A small amount of oil helps the seasoning stick and encourages the skin to crisp.
• Garlic powder: Adds savory garlic flavor without overpowering the chicken.
• Onion powder: Gives the wings another layer of savory flavor.
• Paprika: Adds color and a mild smoky flavor.
• Salt and black pepper: Simple seasonings that bring out the flavor of the chicken.

Reheating Frozen Chicken Wings in Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F if your model requires preheating.

Place the frozen chicken wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer as much as possible. If the wings are frozen together, that is okay for the first cooking stage. Season one side.

Air fry the wings at 400°F for 10 minutes. Remove the basket and separate the wings with tongs once they have loosened. Arrange them in a single layer so the hot air can circulate around each piece.

Lightly spray or brush the wings with olive oil. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Return the basket to the air fryer and cook for another 10 to 15 minutes, flipping or shaking the basket halfway through. Cooking time can vary depending on the size of your wings and your particular air fryer.

Check the thickest part of the chicken with an instant-read thermometer. The wings should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

Frozen Wings with Sauce

Once the wings are fully cooked and crispy, transfer them to a large bowl while they’re still hot. Add your favorite wing sauce and toss until the wings are evenly coated. For extra saucy wings, add a little more sauce and toss again right before serving. You can add it after the first 10 minutes of cooking and brush it on after.

• BBQ sauce – classic and easy; brush on near the end so it doesn't burn.
• Buffalo sauce – great if you like spicy, tangy chicken.
• Honey garlic sauce – sweet, savory, and sticky.
• Teriyaki sauce – especially good with a little sesame seed garnish.
• Honey mustard – sweet and tangy.
• Korean BBQ sauce – bold, sweet, spicy, and savory.
• Buffalo ranch – toss the cooked thighs in buffalo sauce and drizzle with ranch.

Storage

Allow leftover chicken wings to cool before transferring them to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

To reheat, place the wings back in the air fryer at 375°F for about 5 to 8 minutes, or until heated through and crispy. The air fryer is much better for reheating wings than the microwave because it helps bring the crispiness back.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these crispy air fryer wings with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery and carrot sticks.

For a classic game-day spread, pair them with french fries, potato wedges, onion rings, or air fryer mozzarella sticks.