Are you ready to create the BEST meal plan with your air fryer? Let’s do this with a {Monthly} Air Fryer Meal Plan.
I post a weekly menu on Mommy Hates Cooking every Sunday, and here I’m sharing a focused air fryer meal plan you can use all month long.
I use my air fryer almost every day, so building a meal plan around it makes life easier and dinners more predictable.
I personally prefer my Ninja Foodi for most recipes.
The Ninja Foodi is an all-in-one appliance that handles many cooking tasks, making it a great choice if you want flexibility in one device.
Below you’ll find a curated menu: 20 main dishes, 12 sides, 4 desserts, and 3 breakfasts — all prepared in an air fryer or Ninja Foodi.
Why create a meal plan?
Meal planning streamlines your week. When meals are planned, you eliminate the daily “what’s for dinner” stress because the answer is already set. You can adapt the plan as needed, but having a baseline makes grocery shopping and prep much easier.
Use a simple planner to keep everything together — take it to the store or use grocery pickup to save time.
The menu below includes 20 air fryer main dishes, 12 side dishes, 4 desserts, and 3 breakfast recipes to give you a full month of ideas.
{Monthly} Air Fryer Meal Plan
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Air Fryer Main Dish Meal Plan
Grab your air fryer or Ninja Foodi and try these tasty main dishes.
Air Fryer Beef and Bean Taquitos
Make a delicious, gluten-free Air Fryer Beef and Bean Taquitos.
Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
A great way to enjoy takeout-style sesame chicken at home.
Air Fryer Seasoned Chicken Drumsticks
Juicy, well-seasoned drumsticks with a crispy finish.
Easy Air Fryer Catfish
Delicious catfish made with just three ingredients; gluten-free option possible.
Easy Air Fryer Tacos
Crispy air fryer tacos that are simple and crowd-pleasing.
Air Fryer Beef & Bean Chimichangas
A satisfying gluten-free dinner option.
Air Fryer Mongolian Beef
Sweet and savory beef cooked quickly in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
Flavored stuffed peppers with a tender filling and roasted exterior.
Gluten-Free Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
A classic chicken parmesan made gluten-free and air-fried to crisp perfection.
Gluten Free Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice
A lighter fried rice with chicken, made in the air fryer with minimal oil.
Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs
Flavorful, glazed chicken thighs ideal for weeknight dinners.
Basil-Parmesan Salmon (Air Fryer or Oven)
A basil-parmesan crusted salmon that cooks beautifully in the air fryer.
Best Air Fryer Steak Bites with Mushrooms
Tender steak bites seared quickly in the air fryer with savory mushrooms.
Air Fryer Parmesan Shrimp
A light, healthy shrimp option with a parmesan crust.
Air Fryer Sriracha-Honey Chicken Wings
Sweet-heat wings that crisp up nicely in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Beef Steak Kabobs
Indoor kabobs that are quick and flavorful.
Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs
A fun snack or meal that kids and adults will enjoy.
Air Fryer Shrimp Fajitas {Ninja Foodi Recipe}
Make fajita night simple with this shrimp version cooked in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
Simple, melty sandwiches that make an easy dinner.
Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli (Gluten-Free)
A low-carb meal that pairs perfectly with a side vegetable.
Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes
Whip up these air fryer side dishes to complement your main meals.
Air Fryer French Fries
Fresh-cut fries that crisp up in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Fried Zucchini & Yellow Squash
A great side or snack with a light crisp.
Air Fried Blooming Onion (Gluten-Free)
An impressive appetizer or side with a crunchy coating.
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Crispy sprouts that please any crowd.
Air Fryer Seasoned Asparagus
A simple, seasoned veggie side that pairs well with proteins.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Ready in about 15 minutes for a sweet, crispy side.
Air Fryer Roasted Cauliflower
A tasty roasted cauliflower that works as a hearty side.
Air Fryer Carrots
Sweet roasted carrots ready in about 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Green Beans
Crispy green beans made quickly in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Avocado Fries
Creamy avocado with a crisp coating — can be made gluten-free.
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
Quick chips made from white corn tortillas with a touch of oil.
Air Fryer Chickpeas
A crunchy plant-based snack that’s easy to make.
Air Fryer Dessert Recipes
Round out your meal plan with these easy air fryer desserts.
Easy Air Fryer Cake (Gluten-Free)
A quick gluten-free cake you can make in about 35 minutes.
Gluten-Free Air Fried Oreos
A treat you can make regular or gluten-free in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic cookies that can be made regular or gluten-free.
Easy Air Fryer Apple Pies
Mini apple pies you can finish in about 8 minutes with simple ingredients.
Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes
Start mornings off right with these air fryer breakfast ideas.
Ninja Foodi Low-Carb Breakfast Casserole {Air Fryer}
A hearty, low-carb casserole that works in the Ninja Foodi or air fryer.
Air Fryer Biscuits
Fluffy biscuits ready in about 8 minutes.
Air Fried Eggs
Perfectly cooked eggs in about 6 minutes using your air fryer.
Air Fryer Sausage Patties
Quick sausage patties ready in about 8 minutes for an easy breakfast.
Each of these lists will help you plan a complete, delicious month of air fryer meals. When meal planning, try adding one or two new recipes each week to keep things interesting.
