Weeknight dinners just got easier.

Rapid circulation of very hot air within a confined space makes air frying work wonders.

So if you’re not using an air fryer yet, set the cast-iron skillet aside and get started.

air fryer zucchini chips

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and evendessertawait with this all-in-one convenient countertop appliance.

Best of all, using anair fryerresults in shrimp that are light and crunchy, without being greasy.

That charred flavor will convince you this meal was cooked on the grill for sure.

Southern Living Air Fryer Grilled cheese cut in half on a plate to serve

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

These Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings call for only five ingredients!

It’s almost impossible to just eat one.

There’s truly no betterclassic Southern side dishto accompany Sunday supper than our air fryer okra.

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This classic side is ready to serve in under 20 minutes.

The air fryer is the perfect way to cook fried green tomatoes.

Serve withcomeback sauce, for a treat.

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken on a white plate

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Crispy, salty skins and creamy inside is the perfect side dish combination.

Use the air fryer to turn fresh green beans into a delicious crisp-tender veggie side.

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

A quick and easy way to accomplish this is in theair fryer.

sweet potato fries on a platter with a small bowl of ketchup

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air fryer asparagus

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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Southern Living Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts on a plate ready to serve

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Air Fryer Okra

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Southern Living Air Fryer Baked Potatoes on a plate to serve with butter

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Southern Living Air Fryer Corn on the Cob ready to serve

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air fryer hush puppies

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Southern Living Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes

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Smashed Potatoes on a blue tray

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Southern Living Air Fryer Green Beans on a platter to serve

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Maple Chipotle Air Fryer Pork Chops served with asparagus and mashed potatoes

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Southern Living air fryer pumpkin seeds

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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

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