Have you recently purchased an air fryer and would like to understand the precise cooking times for each food?
When it comes to calculating cooking times for different foods in an air fryer, here are some general tips to keep in mind:
Read the manufacturer’s instructions
Air fryers can vary in terms of power and settings, so it’s important to familiarize yourself with the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Adjust cooking times
Air fryers cook food faster than traditional methods like baking or frying. As a general rule, you’ll want to reduce the cooking time by about 20% compared to conventional methods. However, this can vary depending on the specific food item and the size of the portions.
Preheat the air fryer
Preheating the air fryer for a few minutes before cooking helps ensure even cooking and reduces overall cooking time.
Consider the food’s thickness
Thicker food items will require longer cooking times. If you’re cooking something particularly thick, you may need to adjust the cooking time or flip the food halfway through to ensure it cooks evenly.
Use a food thermometer
To ensure that meat, poultry, and seafood are cooked to a safe internal temperature, it’s best to use a food thermometer. This way, you can avoid undercooking or overcooking the food.
Experiment and take notes
Different air fryers and personal preferences can lead to variations in cooking times. It’s a good idea to start with the recommended cooking times and then make adjustments based on your own experience. Keep notes on the cooking times and results to refine your technique over time.
Check for doneness
Keep an eye on your food while it’s cooking and check for doneness using visual cues. For example, look for a golden-brown color on the outside of foods like chicken or fries, or test the tenderness of vegetables with a fork.
Ninja Air Fryer Cooking Times By Food Category
For Ninja Air Fryer cooking times and temperatures for individual foods, please use the handy table below:
Fresh Vegetables
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Asparagus | 1 bunch (200g) | 200°C / 400°F | 8-12 minutes |
| Betroot | 6 small or 4 large (1kg) | 200°C / 400°F | 35-45 minutes |
| Bell Pepper | 2 Peppers | 200°C / 400°F | 16 minutes |
| Broccoli | 400g | 200°C / 400°F | 9 minutes |
| Brussel Sprouts | 500g | 200°C / 400°F | 15-20 minutes |
| Butternut Squash | 500-750g | 200°C / 400°F | 20-25 minutes |
| Carrots | 500g | 200°C / 400°F | 13-16 minutes |
| Cauliflower | 600g | 200°C / 400°F | 15-20 minutes |
| Corn on the cob | 4 ears | 200°C / 400°F | 12-15 minutes |
| Courgette | 500g | 200°C / 400°F | 15-18 minutes |
| Green Beans | 200g | 200°C / 400°F | 8 minutes |
| Kale (for crisps) | 100g | 150°C / 400°F | 8 minutes |
| Mushrooms | 225g | 200°C / 400°F | 7 minutes |
| White Potatoes | 750g | 200°C / 400°F | 18-20 minutes |
| Sweet Potatoes | 750g | 200°C / 400°F | 20-24 minutes |
Fresh Poultry
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Chicken Breasts | 2 breasts (150g each) | 200°C / 400°F | 15-18 minutes |
| Chicken Thighs | 4 boneless thighs (600g) | 200°C / 400°F | 18-22 minutes |
| Chicken Wings | 1kg | 200°C / 400°F | 30-33 minutes |
Fresh Fish & Seafood
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Cod fillets | 2 fillets (240g each) | 200°C / 400°F | 8-10 minutes |
| Fish cakes | 2 cakes (150g each) | 200°C / 400°F | 12-15 minutes |
| Prawns | 16 jumbo (165g) | 200°C / 400°F | 3-4 minutes |
| Salmon Fillets | 2 fillets (260g) | 200°C / 400°F | 8-10 minutes |
Fresh Beef
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Burger Patties | 4 patties (125g each) | 190°C / 375°F | 12 minutes |
| Steaks | 2 steaks (230g each) | 200°C / 400°F | 8-12 minutes |
Fresh Pork
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Bacon | 4 rashers | 190°C / 375°F | 9 minutes |
| Gammon Steak | 1 steak (225g) | 200°C / 400°F | 10 minutes |
| Pork Chops | 2 bone-in chops (250g each) | 200°C / 400°F | 18-19 minutes |
| Sausages | 4 sausages | 200°C / 400°F | 7-9 minutes |
Fresh Lamb
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Lamb Chops | 4 chops (340g) | 180°C / 360°F | 12 minutes |
| Lamb Steaks | 3 steaks (300g) | 180°C / 360°F | 12 minutes |
Frozen Foods
| Ingredient | Amount | Temperature | Cook Time |
| Breaded Fish Fillets | 4 fillets (500g) | 200°C / 400°F | 20-22 minutes |
| Breaded Garlic Mushrooms | 300g | 190°C / 375°F | 10-12 minutes |
| Chicken Goujons | 11 (270g) | 190°C / 375°F | 8 minutes |
| Chicken Kiev | 4 (500g) | 180°C / 360°F | 15 minutes |
| Chunky Oven Chips | 500g | 200°C / 400°F | 22 minutes |
| Fish Fillets in Batter | 4 (440g) | 180°C / 360°F | 18 minutes |
| Fish Fingers | 10 (280g) | 200°C / 400°F | 15 minutes |
| Hash Browns | 7 (390g) | 200°C / 400°F | 15 minutes |
| Potato Wedges | 500g | 180°C / 360°F | 20 minutes |
| Prawn Tempura | 8 prawns | 190°C / 375°F | 8-9 minutes |
| Roast Potatoes | 700g | 190°C / 375°F | 20 minutes |
| Scampi in Breadcrumbs | 280g | 180°C / 360°F | 12 minutes |
| Sweet Potato Chips | 500g | 190°C / 375°F | 20-24 minutes |
| Vegan Burgers | 4 (264g) | 180°C / 360°F | 10 minutes |
| Vegan Nuggets | 14 (320g) | 180°C / 360°F | 12 minutes |
| Vegan Sausages | 6 (300g) | 180°C / 360°F | 8 minutes |
| Yorkshire Pudding | 8 (150g) | 180°C / 360°F | 3-4 minutes |