Air Fryer Onions

Transform ordinary onions into irresistible, crispy delights with our easy air fryer onions recipe, creating the perfect topping for all your dishes.

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Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time12 minutes mins

Total Time17 minutes mins

Servings5

Discover the secret to adding a little something extra to your favorite foods with our air fryer onions recipe. These savory-sweet veggies will thrill your taste buds, giving every bite plenty of flavor.

Air Fryer Onions Ingredients

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At the heart of this dish, the onions caramelize beautifully during the cooking process and offer a delicate sweetness.

The onions are coated in olive oil, onion powder, salt, and pepper, giving them the perfect flavor to take all of your favorite dishes to the next level.

Substitutions and Additions

EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL: Swap with avocado oil for a slightly different, yet equally delicious, flavor in this easy air fryer recipe.

ONION POWDER: Experiment with garlic powder or Old Bay seasoning to give the onions a unique twist.

SPICY: Introduce chipotle powder or cayenne pepper for a bolder, fiery flavor kick.

How To Make This Air Fryer Onions Recipe

Making air fryer onions is an easy process that involves slicing the raw onions, adding seasoning, and then cooking them in your air fryer.

STEP ONE: Remove the outer skin of the onion. Carefully use a sharp kitchen knife to slice off the top and bottom of the onion.

STEP TWO: Slice the onion in half. Place the flat part of the onion half on the cutting board. Slice the onion between ¼ and ½-inch slices. 

You don’t want to slice the onion too thin. I was able to get about 3 cups of raw onion slices. 

STEP THREE: Add the sliced onions to a medium-sized mixing bowl (2-3 quarts). Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the onion. 

You can use tongs or hands to toss the onion and oil to completely coat the sliced onion. Be sure to separate the onion petals while tossing in the oil.

STEP FOUR: Sprinkle the onion powder, kosher salt, and cracked pepper. Toss to coat the onion slices completely.

STEP FIVE: Depending on what brand of air fryer you have will depend on if you need to preheat your air fryer. (I have a Cosori 6.8 quart that does not require preheating. You will need to check yours.) 

STEP SIX: Add your onion slices to your air fryer basket.

STEP SEVEN: Spread the seasoned onion slices in a single layer in the basket. If you have a smaller basket, you will need to cook your onions in batches. Be sure the onions are not overcrowded. 

STEP EIGHT: Air fry onions for 10-12 minutes at 375°F. You will need to flip/stir the onions at 5-6 minutes to ensure the onion cooks evenly. Once the onions are cooked, remove the onions from the air fryer. You can serve the onions while hot.

How To Serve

Upgrade your summer BBQ by topping burgers and hot dogs with these golden-brown beauties. The combination of sweet and savory adds an irresistible touch and tons of flavor to classic comfort foods.

Elevate your homemade pizzas with a scattering of air fryer onions. Their subtle sweetness complements the richness of cheese and sauces.

Turn ordinary fajitas into a feast by adding a handful of air-fried onions. Their crunchy texture and flavor make them a great addition to Tex-Mex night.

We have plenty of air fryer recipes to add to your menu. Check out our air fryer pizza rolls and air fryer fried chicken.

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Storage

If you need to store your air fryer onions, here are a few tips to keep in mind.

MAKE AHEAD: You can slice the onions in advance and store them in an airtight container until you’re ready to air fry.

IN THE FRIDGE: Keep any leftover onions in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days.

IN THE FREEZER: To freeze, arrange the onions in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. They’ll keep well for up to three months.

REHEATING: Pop the frozen onions back in the air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat in the oven or microwave.

Why We Love This Recipe

We love this air fryer onion recipe, and here’s why:

EFFORTLESS: Achieve gourmet-level flavors with just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort.

CRAVE-WORTHY CRUNCH: The crispy texture adds a satisfying contrast to various dishes.

Our air fryer onions recipe opens up a world of possibilities. Elevate your meals with their irresistible blend of sweetness and crunch. Dive into the kitchen and transform your recipes with this simple addition. 

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Transform ordinary onions into irresistible, crispy delights with our easy air fryer onions recipe, creating the perfect topping for all your dishes.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Total Time 17 minutes minutes

Servings 5

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 large or medium and small sweet yellow onion, about 10 ounces or 290 grams
• 1½ tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
• ¾ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

 

• Remove the outer skin of the onion. Carefully use a sharp kitchen knife to slice off the top and bottom of the onion.
• Slice the onion in half. Place the flat part of the onion half on the cutting board. Slice the onion between ¼ and ½-inch slices. (You don’t want to slice the onion too thin. I was able to get about 3 cups of raw onion slices.)
• Add the sliced onion to a medium-sized mixing bowl (2-3 quarts). Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the onion. You can use tongs or your hands to toss the onion and oil to coat the sliced onion completely. Be sure to separate the onion petals while tossing in the oil.
• Sprinkle the onion powder, kosher salt, and cracked pepper. Toss to coat the onion slices completely.
• Depending on what brand of air fryer you have will depend on if you need to preheat your air fryer. (I have a Cosori 6.8 quart that does not require preheating. You will need to check yours.)
• Add your onion slices to your air fryer basket. (You can line your basket with parchment paper. Just remember, do not preheat the basket with the parchment paper lining. It is a fire hazard.) Spread the seasoned onion slices in a single layer in the basket. If you have a smaller basket, you will need to cook your onions in batches. Be sure the onions are not overcrowded. Cook the onions for 10 to 12 minutes at 375°F. You will need to flip/stir the onions at 5 to 6 minutes to ensure the onion cooks evenly. Once the onions are cooked, remove the onions from the air fryer. You can serve the onions while hot.

Notes

• Make sure to check your air fryer manual for cooking time guidelines for your specific model, as times and temperatures vary depending on the type of air fryer you have.
• When drizzling the olive oil, make sure each onion slice is well-coated. This helps in achieving that desirable crispy texture.
• If your air fryer does not have the option to cook at 375°F, you can choose 380°F; just keep a close eye on your onions.
• You can line your basket with parchment paper. Just remember, do not preheat the basket with the parchment paper lining. It is a fire hazard.

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.05mg

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