5 Fantastic Thanksgiving Sides to Make in an Air Fryer
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Time to read 2 min
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Time to read 2 min
During Thanksgiving meals, nothing beats the sound of “Yummms” from your guests, the comments of “This is delicious!”, the tapping of silverware as people eagerly eat their overly filled plates, and the scraping of chairs as your guests hurry back for seconds. It fills you with an amazing feeling knowing that all your food is evenly cooked, tasting just as you desired it to, and that everyone’s bellies are full.
Spending less time in the kitchen and more time at the table is everyone’s goal. This year, let your air fryer be your oven’s sidekick. With its multifunctional capabilities, it speeds up cooking and helps delivers mouthwatering, crispy sides. Here are five mouthwatering Thanksgiving sides that make the most of your air fryer and keep your holiday stress-free and flavorful.
Before diving into these delicious recipes, keep these air fryer hacks handy for the best results:
Explore Cosori’s Recipes: The Cosori website has an array of chef-crafted recipes that guarantee deliciousness.
Adjust Cook Times: If using a non-air fryer recipe, reduce the cooking time and keep an eye on your food—it’s amazing how fast air fryers can cook!
Use Less Oil: With nonstick baskets, you only need a small amount of oil to achieve crispy, golden results and a less-greasy taste.
Line the Basket: When making multiple dishes, use air fryer parchment paper to line the crisper plate for easier cleanup.
Keep Food Warm: Waiting on guests? The Keep Warm function keeps dishes at just the right temperature until it’s time to serve.
Flip and Shake: Remember to flip or shake your food halfway through for even, amazing results!
Avoid Overcrowding: For the best results, give each dish room in the basket for better air circulation and results.
If you thought apple and cheese tasted great on a charcuterie board, you need to try this recipe. Take your stuffing up a notch with a mix of sweet apples and rich Parmesan. The air fryer gives it a crispy, golden top while keeping the center moist and packed with flavor. This stuffing is ready in just 26 minutes and brings a unique twist to your traditional spread.
Potatoes are a staple of any Thanksgiving meal. Even the pickiest of eaters will come running when they see this cheesy, creamy side. Combining the smooth texture of mashed potatoes with the crispiness of a baked dish, these twice-baked mashed potatoes are an irresistible side. Created with herb-infused milk and melted mozzarella, these potatoes deliver a rich, comforting flavor while a panko-Parmesan topping adds a delightful crunch.
Easy to make and faster to eat, these crispy-on-the-outside and tender-on-the-inside sweet potato fries are the ultimate side for adding a pop of flavor and color to your Thanksgiving table. Lightly seasoned with garlic powder and paprika, they’re ready in just 16 minutes.
Chef’s hack: If you add maple vinaigrette to anything, you’re guaranteed to get compliments. This side entices the lighter eaters with flavor that still packs a punch. The air fryer quickly cooks the beans to tender-crisp, while the maple-Dijon dressing adds a tangy sweetness that pairs beautifully with any Thanksgiving dish.
There’s a time and a place for cornbread, and that place is the Thanksgiving table. This honey-kissed cornbread turns golden in your air fryer, delivering a crispy crust and a tender, moist center to every guest. A mix of honey and Greek yogurt makes it slightly sweet with a melt-in-your-mouth texture in just 20 minutes.
PSA: You don’t have to choose just one. With a multifunctional air fryer, you can create all these dishes with ease while your turkey or other items are cooking in the oven. We hope your holiday is flavorful, memorable, and stress free!