With an air fryer, you can create a complete Easter spread that’s both delicious and effortlessly cooked to perfection. Here you’ll find a complete list of air fryer Easter main dishes, sides, and desserts.
Celebrate the Easter holiday with a delightful dinner featuring tender, flavorful meats and vibrant, seasonal vegetables cooked to perfection.
Complement the main course of lamb chops seasoned with basil and thyme, juicy Cornish hens with crispy skin, turkey breasts cooked with rosemary, garlic, and thyme, or succulent honey-glazed ham with a selection of savory sides.
Serve them with tender pieces of broccolini, Brussels sprouts with crispy bacon, and creamy macaroni and cheese (yes, you can make it in your air fryer!), adding depth and variety to the meal.
Finish on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like vibrant, brightly decorated Easter donuts, moist lemony cake, and don’t forget the classic hot cross buns that capture the essence of the holiday with every bite.
Using an air fryer for your Easter meal will cut down your cooking time. It acts just like a conventional oven by circulating hot air around the food in a small appliance.
Tips for a Great Easter Dinner
- Timing Easter dinner is often enjoyed in the late afternoon or early evening of Easter Sunday. However, this special occasion is often enjoyed at lunchtime after church services.
- Prep Plan for your meal ahead of time and make a list of the main dish and all of the sides. Prep as much as you can, then store it in the refrigerator until it’s time to cook. Also, don’t be afraid to ask guests to bring a side or dessert.
- Decor Set your Easter table with pastel linens and tablecloths. Add in some warm touches like hand-woven vine placemats and fresh flowers as a centerpiece. Check out Prudent Penny Pincher’s 100 DIY Dollar Tree Easter decorations for inspiration.
To find delicious Easter breakfast ideas, check out Lil’ Luna’s list of tasty Easter brunch recipes with both sweet and savory options.
Easter Main Courses
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Air Fryer Honey Ham
This air fryer ham is coated in a flavorful glaze made with Dijon mustard, honey, pineapple juice, and brown sugar, then cooked until perfectly tender in the air fryer.
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https://www.thefreshcooky.com
Best Roasted Air Fryer Turkey Breast (Boneless or Bone-In)
While not as traditional, our family loves this air fryer turkey breast at Easter! So easy, quick, and juicy!
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3
https://recipesfromapantry.com
Air Fryer Rack of Lamb
Air fryer rack of lamb is quick and easy to make and cooks in about 20 minutes! The meat is rich and savory and pairs perfectly with your favorite Easter sides for an unforgettable meal.
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4
Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin Medallions Wrapped in Bacon
Bacon-wrapped pork medallions are cooked in the air fryer for a crispy bacon exterior and a perfect tender pork tenderloin center. This quick air fryer recipe gives you a restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort.
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5
https://littlesunnykitchen.com
Air Fryer Cornish Hens
Cornish hen prepared in an air fryer is crafted using a straightforward 4-ingredient dry rub, resulting in a delectably golden and crispy skin that encases lean, moist meat. This simple yet effective preparation method highlights the natural flavors and textures of the Cornish hen, making it a delightful dish.
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Air Fryer Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Air fryer stuffed pork tenderloin filled with cream cheese and cheddar cheese, then brushed with Dijon mustard, and coated in panko breadcrumbs for a nice crispy outside.
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https://recipesfromapantry.com
Air Fryer Pot Roast
Air fryer pot roast, made with everyday ingredients you can easily source, is a perfect holiday meal to impress your guests or simply treat yourself to an effortless yet satisfying dinner!
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8
Simple Air Fryer Salmon Fillets
This is an easy air fryer salmon recipe cooked to perfection and fits in the keto diet. Plus, find out how to know when salmon is cooked.
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9
https://thedizzycook.com
Stuffed Pork Chops
Make these delicious air fryer pork chops stuffed with a herbed shallot bread filling in 30 minutes! Perfect for an elegant meal served with potatoes and green beans.
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10
https://recipesfromapantry.com
Juicy Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Making whole chicken in the air fryer is a great way to get crispy yet juicy chicken for Easter, it frees up your oven space too!
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11
Easy 30-Minute Air Fryer Meatloaf
This is an easy air fryer meatloaf recipe that is ready in 30 minutes from prep to serving time. It uses 2 pounds of ground beef and cooks with a delicious sweet glaze that gives the edges a rich flavor.
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https://www.wholesomeyum.com
Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Make the perfect air fryer lobster tail with lemon garlic butter! It's easy, juicy, tender, buttery, and has the FASTEST cook time ever.
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13
https://www.orwhateveryoudo.com
Air Fryer Parmesan-Crusted Halibut
This easy, crunchy, parmesan-crusted halibut is perfect for a special dinner! Tender flaky fish are the star of this show, but if you don't have halibut you can sub in any firm white fish!
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Easter Side Dishes
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Air Fryer Carrots, Green Beans, Mushrooms, and Bacon
Air fryer carrots, green beans, mushrooms, and bacon are a fantastic way to roast seasoned vegetables. In 16 minutes or less they'll be done cooking and a great addition to your main dish.
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15
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
This air fryer Brussels sprouts recipe is made with bacon, diced red onion, soy sauce, and garlic to give a tasty blend. It's a quick and easy side to pair with dinner tonight!
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16
Air Fryer Broccoli with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions
Savory and tender air fryer broccoli that has been cooked to perfection. No preheating and done in under 15 minutes!
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17
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
Easy air fryer baby potatoes seasoned with garlic and paprika. It's a great air fryer side dish that is done cooking in just 12 minutes!
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18
Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes (Baked Sweet Potatoes)
Air fryer sweet potatoes are baked in the air fryer. It only takes two ingredients – sweet potatoes and a little bit of cooking oil.
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19
Air Fryer Baked Potato
Learn how to make an air fryer baked potato in just 3 steps with only 2 ingredients! This recipe is made with extra-large baked potatoes that are intended to be served as a main dish rather than a side dish.
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20
https://recipesfromapantry.com
Air Fryer Mac and Cheese
Air fryer mac and cheese is a creamy, mouthwatering, homemade mac and cheese that the whole family will enjoy and it's easy to prepare.
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21
https://www.thefreshcooky.com
Best Air Fryer Asparagus
Serve Easter's favorite veggie by making this quick and simple recipe of air fryer asparagus.
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22
https://www.worldofvegan.com
Air Fryer Home Fries
Boost your weekend brunch satisfaction with these heavenly golden and crispy air fryer home fries! Pillowy soft on the inside and a delightful crunch on the outside.
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23
https://www.acedarspoon.com
Air Fryer Cauliflower
Forget heating up your oven and dirtying dishes. This Air Fryer Cauliflower is easy to make, healthy, and involves almost no clean-up.
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24
https://sixhungryfeet.com
Easy Air Fryer Parsnips
These easy air fryer parsnips are a delicious and hearty side dish to add to your Eastern Menu. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, you'll discover a whole new way to cook parsnips.
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25
https://drdavinahseats.com
Air Fryer Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mash
This air fryer roasted garlic cauliflower mash recipe is super easy to make. It has a rich, creamy texture that satisfies my mashed potato cravings.
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https://coupleinthekitchen.com
Perfect Air Fryer Broccolini
The perfect side dish for Easter! This air fryer broccolini recipe has the perfect amount of char, yet is still tender and crisp.
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Easter Desserts
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https://thesixfiguredish.com
Air Fryer Easter Bunny Donuts
These air fryer Easter bunny donuts are made from scratch with ingredients you probably have on hand! They're adorable and fun to make!
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https://mybestairfryerrecipes.com
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls From Scratch
Spoil your loved ones with these fluffy and moist air fryer cinnamon rolls made from scratch, topped with a layer of cream cheese icing!
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https://recipethis.com
Air Fryer Hot Cross Buns
This recipe will show you how to make the most delicious air fryer hot cross buns. It's the perfect addition to Easter dinner.
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https://recipesfromapantry.com
Air Fryer Cadbury Creme Egg Pie
Air fryer creme egg pie is a delicious chocolate dessert that's so easy to make. It's made with Cadbury creme eggs in a cookie pie, perfect for Easter.
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31
https://recipethis.com
Air Fryer Easter Cake
Introducing you to a delicious lemon sponge cake in the air fryer. My go-to lemon drizzle cake repurposed into a delicious spring meets Easter cake.
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https://www.theslowroasteditalian.com
Easter Air Fryer Donuts
End your egg hunt with these vibrant, air-fried Easter donuts that are delightfully fluffy and irresistibly sweet. Bursting with color, they're a joyful treat for any Easter gathering.
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