Air Fryer Cooking Times Chart

Bookmark or print this chart. Times assume a preheated basket-style air fryer, food in a single layer, flipped halfway. Always check meat with an instant-read thermometer — the safe internal temperatures below follow USDA guidance.

Chicken

Food	Temp	Time	Done when
Chicken breast (boneless, 6–8 oz)	375°F / 190°C	18–22 min	165°F / 74°C
Chicken thighs (boneless)	380°F / 195°C	16–20 min	165°F / 74°C
Chicken thighs (bone-in)	380°F / 195°C	22–26 min	165°F / 74°C
Chicken wings	380°F / 195°C	22–26 min	165°F / 74°C
Chicken tenders	400°F / 200°C	10–12 min	165°F / 74°C
Ground chicken / turkey patties	375°F / 190°C	12–15 min	165°F / 74°C

Beef & Pork

Food	Temp	Time	Done when
Burgers (1/4 lb, 3/4 in thick)	375°F / 190°C	10–12 min	160°F / 71°C
Steak (1 in, medium-rare)	400°F / 200°C	9–12 min	130–135°F / 54–57°C
Pork chops (boneless, 1 in)	400°F / 200°C	12–15 min	145°F / 63°C
Pork tenderloin	400°F / 200°C	18–22 min	145°F / 63°C
Meatballs (1.5 in)	380°F / 195°C	10–12 min	160°F / 71°C

Fish & Seafood

Food	Temp	Time	Done when
Salmon fillet (1 in)	400°F / 200°C	8–10 min	145°F / 63°C
Shrimp (large)	400°F / 200°C	6–8 min	Opaque and pink
White fish (cod, tilapia)	390°F / 200°C	8–10 min	145°F / 63°C

High-Protein Extras

Food	Temp	Time	Done when
Firm tofu cubes	400°F / 200°C	12–15 min	Golden and crisp
Hard-boiled eggs (in shell)	270°F / 130°C	15–17 min	Cool in ice water
Chickpeas (roasted, drained)	390°F / 200°C	12–15 min	Dry and crunchy
Frozen edamame	380°F / 195°C	8–10 min	Hot throughout

Vegetables

Food	Temp	Time	Done when
Broccoli florets	380°F / 195°C	8–10 min	Charred edges
Brussels sprouts (halved)	375°F / 190°C	12–15 min	Crisp outside
Sweet potato fries	400°F / 200°C	15–18 min	Golden
Zucchini slices	400°F / 200°C	8–10 min	Tender

FAQ

Do I need to preheat my air fryer?

Preheating for 3–5 minutes gives crispier results for meat and breaded foods. The times in this chart assume a preheated air fryer.

Should I flip food in the air fryer?

Yes. Flip or shake the basket halfway through cooking for even browning, especially for chicken, fries and vegetables.

Why are my cooking times different?

Air fryers vary by wattage, basket size and how full the basket is. Always confirm meat with an instant-read thermometer.