No, the air fryer can’t do everything, but in my home, it handles more cooking tasks than any other appliance by a wide margin. Even in spring and summer, when the grill gets dusted off, I find myself air-frying on nights — many nights — I don’t feel like hovering outside to watch over a batch of chicken and clean the grates after.
When I first hauled in an air fryer many years ago, I was mostly making wings and fries, but my air fryer repertoire has expanded to include items I never thought I’d be cooking in a small countertop contraption. I’m talking about fresh salmon and seafood, cheeseburgers and even whole roasted chicken.
The air fryer is fast, forgiving, easy to use and even easier to clean. It’s no wonder the appliance has enjoyed unparalleled popularity over the last decade — a true once-in-a-lifetime kitchen craze.
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