Frozen Onion Rings in Air Fryer

Ditch the grease and make your frozen onion rings in your air fryer!

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Okay, so this isn’t exactly a recipe. You see, lots of people are still greasing up their kitchens every time they want fries and onion rings when they simply don’t have to. I’m telling you, people, now’s the time to buy yourself an air fryer, the best kitchen appliance since the toaster oven.

Cooking frozen onion rings in the air fryer is quick, easy, and best of all, delicious. If you do it right, your air-fried onion rings should be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, delivering all the flavor and texture you’d expect but with a fraction of the oil. Trust me—you’ll love how easy and convenient this recipe is. When you feel ready, FFF contains a tasty treasure trove of air fryer recipes, like these Air Fryer Cheese Curds or Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings.

Are Onion Rings Healthy?

Let’s look at it this way—frozen onion rings made in the air fryer are healthier than traditional deep-fried onion rings. By using the air fryer, you seriously slash the oil needed to crisp these golden beauties. Would I consider these as nutritious, as say, blanched broccoli? Of course not. Still, you’re gonna feel way less guilty chowing down on air-fried onion rings than their deep-fried cousins.

The Benefits of Air Frying

Air frying is a game-changer for preparing traditionally fried foods. So how does it work? The reason why it’s called an air fryer is because, you guessed it, this nifty appliance uses air. More specifically, it uses circulated hot air to cook the food and create the crispy texture we all adore. But here’s the kicker: you’re not using that much oil. Sometimes all you’ll need is a tablespoon, or even less. In some cases, you won’t use any oil. Air frying is not only healthier but also way more convenient, and significantly less messy. If you don’t have one yet, do yourself a favor!

INGREDIENTS

1 bag (16 ounces) frozen onion rings

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat

Get the air fryer ready at 400°F.

Arrange

Place onion rings in a single layer in the basket.

Cook

Air fry for 10 minutes, shaking halfway.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How to Make Ahead and Store

Any leftover onion rings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. To restore their crispiness, reheat them in the air fryer at 375 degrees for 3-4 minutes.

Can I add seasoning to frozen onion rings before air frying?

For sure! Just be sure to lightly spray the onion rings with cooking oil first (canola is my fave) so the seasoning sticks.

I like my onion rings extra crispy. How can I do this in an air fryer?

Easy! All you need to do is spray them with cooking oil. Your frozen onion rings likely already have oil in the breading, but a light spray will help crisp them up even more.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your air-fried onion rings with a variety of dipping sauces such as BBQ Sauce, Ranch Dressing, or try our irresistible Onion Ring Sauce. And of course, they make perfect sides for Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Burgers, and Chicken Wings. They also pair well with other air-fried appetizers like Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls, Jalapeño Poppers, and more!