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    Home » Air fryer » Frozen Onion Rings In Air Fryer

    Frozen Onion Rings In Air Fryer

    Published: Aug 13, 2021 · Modified: Sep 13, 2021 by Amira · This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

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    Air fryer onion rings are crispy on the outside and hot and tender on the inside. These rings come out restaurant-like taste with only minutes to make.

    Make this recipe for an easy appetizer for game day, an after school snack for kids or a delicious side dish for your hot dogs or probably these air fryer frozen burgers.

    A close up photo of air fried onion rings on a white plate.
    Perfectly golden & crispy onion rings just like what you'd get at your favorite restaurant!Using your air fryer is the best way to cook frozen onion wings, way healthier than deep fryer.
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    • ❓Why This Recipe Works
    • 📝 Recipe Ingredients
    • 🥣 Equipment
    • 🥄 Instructions
    • 🍽️ Serve With
    • 🧺 Storage
    • 💡 Tips
    • 💬 FAQs
    • 📣 More Recipes From the Blog
    • Frozen Onion Rings in the Air Fryer

    ❓Why This Recipe Works

    • Onion rings cook beautifully in the air fryer, crispy and delicious.
    • Ready in just minutes.
    • Perfect for parties, game day or after school snack.

    In less than 15 minutes, you will have the most delicious onion rings. No need to go out to your local dairy bar or restaurant. Pair with Fried Tilapia for the perfect fish fry dinner!

    Using frozen onion rings is a substantial time saver! Even food bloggers, need a break from making everything from scratch, air fryer frozen onion rings are not only convenient but a big help when making dinner.

    No need to bake in the oven or deep fry in a ton of oil. Only a tiny bit of oil is needed to make incredibly crispy onion rings.

    📝 Recipe Ingredients

    Ingredients for frozen onion rings placed on a white surface.

    🥣 Equipment

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    • Obviously you will need an air fryer for this recipe, this Cuisinart air fryer is what I use. Any other air fryer will work you just need to check your manual for settings.

    🥄 Instructions

    Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The full instructions are in the recipe card below.

    A collage of two images showing how to prepare frozen wings in the air fryer.
    • In a bowl add the frozen onion rings and toss them with oil.
    • Arrange the onion rings in the basket of the air fryer. Air Fry for 4-6 minutes on 350 degrees F, turning them with tongs halfway through.

    🍽️ Serve With

    Onion rings are one of my favorite crispy sides that can be served in a variety of ways. Serve them along fried tilapia or fried calamari, they are also great with chicken tenders.

    🧺 Storage

    Store any leftover in a container in your fridge. They can last for a couple of weeks.

    💡 Tips

    Expert Tip: You can skip the oil, but it makes the rings extra crispy.

    • To reheat: Preheat the air fryer to 350 and air fry for 2 minutes on each side.
    • I like to use oil instead of oil spray in this recipe because oil spray can ruin some air fryers.
    • Do not overlap or cram onion rings in your air fryer basket.
    • If you air fryer does not have a preheat button then just heat it up to 350F for 4-5 minutes.
    • I've tried both Nathan's and Alexia onion rings. Both work great in this recipe, but I like the Alexia brand more as they came out crunchier.
    • Your air fryer may smoke especially when cooking fatty food or if you are cooking multiple batches. If this starts to happen just add a couple of tablespoons of water or a piece of bread in the dripping pan or at the bottom of your air fryer. Please refer to your manual for safety and proper use.

    💬 FAQs

    Do I need to let the onion rings thaw before cooking?

    The awesomeness about this recipe, is that you can pull the bag of frozen onion rings directly from the freezer and put them in the air fryer, once it heats up. No thawing needed!

    Can I cook all the onion rings at once?

    As in most air fryer cooking recipes, it is best to lay the food, in this case, onion rings in a single layer in your air fryer basket. This will result in evenly cooked and delicious onion rings.

    What is the best frozen onion rings to use?

    I've tried both Nathan's and Alexia onion rings. Both work great in this recipe, but I like the Alexia brand more as they came out crunchier.

    📣 More Recipes From the Blog

    Wondering what to cook in an air fryer? Here are some quick air fryer recipes to make cooking easier.

    • Air Fryer Hamburgers cooked from frozen are packed with flavor and quick to make. A tender, and juicy meal to put on the table in minutes.
    • Make the most perfect air fryer lamb chops for your next dinner.
    • Super simple recipe for air fryer garlic bread makes for another perfect buttery side dish.
    • Try these air fryer chicken wings from frozen too, so easy and crispy.
    A hand dipping one onion ring in sauce.
    Serve air fried onion rings as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce or as a delicious appetizer.

    I hope you'll like this recipe and please if you make this recipe, snap a pic and hashtag it #amiraspantry — I love to see your creations on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter!
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    A close up photo of air fried onion rings on a white plate.

    Frozen Onion Rings in the Air Fryer

    Air fry your frozen onion rings for the best crispiness and a great crunch. An easy side dish, appetizer or a snack for your whole family to enjoy.
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Halal
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 145kcal
    Author: Amira

    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 bag frozen onion rings about 7 oz

    Optional:

    • 2 teaspoon oil , Choose high smoke point oil.

    Instructions

    • Preheat your air fryer to 350F, if you air fryer does not have a preheat button then just heat it up to 350F for 4-5 minutes.
    • In a bowl add frozen onion rings and toss them with oil.
    • Arrange the onion rings in the basket of your air fryer.
    • Air fry for 4-6 minutes, turning them with tongs halfway through.
    • If you are using a basket style air fryer shake the basket instead.
    • Serve immediately with your favorite sauce or ketchup.

    Notes

    • I like to use oil instead of oil spray in this recipe because oil spray can ruin some air fryers. 
    • Use high smoke point oil like avocado or normal olive oil not the extra virgin.
    • Do not overlap or cram onion rings in your air fryer basket.
    • You can skip the oil but it makes the rings more crispy.
    • I've tried both Nathan's and Alexia onion rings. Both work great in this recipe, but I like the Alexia brand more as they came out crunchier.
    • Your air fryer may smoke especially when cooking fatty food or if you are cooking multiple batches. If this starts to happen just add a couple of tablespoons of water or a piece of bread in the dripping pan or at the bottom of your air fryer. Please refer to your manual for safety and proper use.
    • Serve with:
      • Onion rings are one of my favorite crispy sides that can be served in a variety of ways. Serve them along fried tilapia or fried calamari, they are also great with air fryer burger sandwiches.
    • Store any leftovers in a container in your fridge.
    • To reheat
      • Preheat the air fryer to 350F.
      • Air fry for 2 minutes on each side.
    • Please check the nutrition disclaimer policy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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