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Practical guides based on our tested recipes — covering temperatures, timing, technique, and everything in between.
How Long to Cook Chicken Thighs in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs cook at 400°F in an air fryer in 22–25 minutes total — 12 minutes skin-side down, then flip and cook 10–13 more. Here's everything you need to know.
How Long to Cook Salmon in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Salmon fillets (6 oz) cook at 400°F in an air fryer in 10–12 minutes, skin-side down. No flipping needed. Done when it flakes easily with a fork.
How Long to Cook Pork Chops in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Boneless 1-inch pork chops cook at 400°F in an air fryer in 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway. No oil needed. Safe internal temp is 145°F. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
How Long to Cook Brussels Sprouts in an Air Fryer
Halved Brussels sprouts cook at 375°F in an air fryer in 12–15 minutes, cut-side down. Shake halfway through for crispy, caramelized results.
How to Make Fried Rice With Leftover Rice
Day-old cold rice is the secret to great fried rice. Here's how to turn leftover rice into a quick, better-than-takeout dinner in 15 minutes using a hot wok or skillet.
How Long to Bake Chicken Thighs at 425°F
Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs bake at 425°F for 35–40 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
8 Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners
New to air frying? Start here. Eight tested beginner-friendly recipes — chicken, salmon, pork chops, and more — plus tips, temperatures, and common mistakes to avoid.
How Long to Cook Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Air fry chicken wings at 400°F for about 22 minutes, shaking halfway through. Full time chart, tips for crispy skin, doneness guide, and common mistakes to avoid.
How Long to Cook Chicken Drumsticks in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Air fry chicken drumsticks at 400°F for about 22–25 minutes, turning halfway through. Time chart, crispy skin tips, doneness guide, and common mistakes to avoid.
How Long to Cook Chicken Breast in an Air Fryer at 375°F
Air fry chicken breast at 375°F for 16–18 minutes total, flipping once after 9 minutes. Time chart, juicy tips, doneness guide, and common mistakes to avoid.
How Long to Cook Chicken Tenders in an Air Fryer at 400°F
Air fry chicken tenders at 400°F for about 11–12 minutes, flipping after 6 minutes. Cooking time, doneness temperature, crispy panko tips, and common mistakes.
Easy 30-Minute Dinner Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Ten practical 30-minute dinner ideas for busy weeknights — from one-pan pasta to sheet pan fajitas — with meal-planning tips and answers to common weeknight cooking questions.
Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Ten easy chicken dinner ideas for busy weeknights — air fryer, baked, stovetop, and sheet pan — with meal-planning tips and answers to common chicken cooking questions.
Easy Family Dinner Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Easy family dinner ideas for busy weeknights — one-pan meals, 30-minute dinners, air fryer chicken, and crowd-pleasing recipes the whole family will love.
Easy Dessert Recipes for When You Need Something Sweet
Two easy dessert recipes ready in 10 minutes or less — a rich 5-minute chocolate mug cake and creamy 3-ingredient banana ice cream. No oven, no machine, no fuss.
Easy One-Pan Meals for Busy Weeknights
Six easy one-pan meals ready in 20–50 minutes — skillet pasta, sheet pan fajitas, one-pan chicken and rice, and more. Less cleanup, more flavor.
Easy Pasta Recipes for Quick Weeknight Dinners
Eight easy pasta recipes ready in 25–65 minutes — one-pan lemon garlic pasta, garlic butter shrimp pasta, creamy chicken alfredo, baked ziti, and more. All tested, all weeknight-friendly.