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How to convert an oven recipe to an air fryer
Air frying a recipe written for the oven? Turn the heat down 25 to 30°F and cut the time by 20%, then shake or flip halfway through. Here's the rule of thumb with a few examples, based on University of Illinois Extension guidelines.
The rule of thumb
| oven temperature | 25 to 30°F lower |
|---|---|
| cooking time | 20% shorter |
| preheat | about 3 minutes |
| halfway through | shake or flip |
| the basket | don't overfill |
Based on University of Illinois Extension. Check your air fryer's manual first.
A few examples
| 400°F for 20 min | 375°F, 16 min |
|---|---|
| 425°F for 30 min | 400°F, 24 min |
| 375°F for 15 min | 350°F, 12 min |
| 350°F for 45 min | 325°F, 36 min |
Cooking chicken? It's done at 165°F inside. A thermometer is the only way to be sure.
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Air frying it? In Matlyst's cook mode, tap a time in a step, adjust the timer, and tap Start. Free to download for iPhone and Android.
