26+ Weight Watchers Friendly Air Fryer Recipes
Have you caught the air fryer bug? If you are a Weight Watcher chances are good that you have! So today I'm sharing a great collection of WW friendly recipes for the air fryer that includes appetizers, snacks, main dishes and sweet treats!
What Exactly Is An Air Fryer?
Here's what I've learned about air fryers...
In the simplest of terms, an air-fryer is a compact countertop convection oven. It uses superheated air to cook foods, creating results very similar to deep-frying or high-temperature roasting.
Air fryers use the same technology as convection ovens, but instead of blowing the air around a large oven, it is blown around in a compact cylinder. The result is food with a crispy brown exterior and moist tender interior—kinda like deep-frying, but without all the oil.
Air fryers can also be used to bake, grill, and roast. Use it to make Fries, Chicken tenders, Fish Sticks, Cheese sticks, etc.
Related Content: All About Air Fryers- Including 4 Recipes to Try (Hungry Girl)
Weight Watchers Friendly Recipes for the Air Fryer
For those of you on the lookout for WW friendly air fryer recipes, here's what I've turned up on the worldwide web...
WW Air Fryer Appetizers & Snacks
Air Fryer Blooming Onion (4SP)
I've been wanting to try my own lightened-up version in the air fryer because all that oil is definitely not point friendly. This turned out amazing and fulfilled that fried food crave without all the points.
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (9SP)
All the delightful crispiness with none of the excess fat! (The Holy Mess)
Air Fryer Taquitos (4SP)
Buffalo chicken taquitos that bake up crispier than the oven (Recipe-Diaries)
Air Fryer Beef Empanadas (5SP)
These easy beef empanadas made with my homemade beef picadillo filling and store bought empanada dough are "fried" in the air fryer for empanadas that area ready in minutes (only takes 8 minutes to cook)! (SkinnyTaste)
Air Fryer Toasted Oat Granola
A simply delicious combination of toasted oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds (pepitas), shredded coconut, that's lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, and gently spiced with cinnamon and cardamom. To make this granola gluten-free, be sure to use rolled oats that are marked as gluten-free.
Air Fryer Potato Chips (1-4SP)
A delicious light and healthy alternative to packaged potato chips. (Midlife Healthy Living)
Coconut Shrimp (3SP)
Cooking these coconut panko crusted shrimp in an air fryer ensures they'll be crisp and crunchy in no time at all.
Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas (1-4SP)
These crispy crunchy air fryer chickpeas are the perfect protein-rich snack. This is a healthy snack option for people trying to lose weight with whole foods or Weight Watchers.
Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (3SP)
Crispy sweet potato fries made in the air-fryer, with just a small amount of oil! Making them in the air fryer is so much healthier than frying, and reduces the fat and calories, without sacrificing taste.
Faux Fried Pickles (2SP)
Who can resist the appeal of crispy, crunchy deep-fried pickles? Good news: You can indulge with reckless abandon thanks to our latest recipe swap. Whether you use an air fryer or an oven, deliciousness will be served. (Hungry Girl)
French Fries
Air fryer French fries are the perfect way to make fries at home, and my family loves these! (A Pinch of Healthy)
Air Fryer Turnip Fries (1SP)
A healthy side dish that is great for people looking for a lower-carb option to go with a burger! (Life is Sweeter by Design)
Healthy Appetizer Air Fryer Recipes
Air Fried Ravioli (7SP) & Cheeseburger Egg Rolls (4SP) (Hungry Girl)
Jalapeno Poppers Made in the Air Fryer (1SP for 2)
These WW jalapeno poppers are sure to hit the spot every time! Whether it's Game Day or just another Friday night, enjoy them with zero guilt. (Smiley's Points)
Shrimp Egg Rolls (3SP)
All you have to do is sautè your stuffing ingredients, fill your egg roll wrappers with the inside stuff you like (for instance, you could leave out the shrimp or add chicken instead), roll them up and brush the outside with egg and then cook it in a preheated air fryer set to 390°F and cook them 3-4 at a time for 8-9 minutes. There you go! BAM! I just gave you the instructions to making egg rolls in an air fryer in one sentence. (Meal Planning Mommies)
Wonton Pizza Rolls (1 SmartPoint)
The after-school snack so many of us grew up with just got a healthy air fryer upgrade. (Weight Watchers)
WW Air Fryer Dinners and Main Dishes
Main meal in the air fryer? Absolutely! It's especially great for using on hot summer nights when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Air Fryer Turkey Bacon (1SP)
An easy healthy way to cook turkey bacon with minimal mess!
Air Fryer Tofu Italian Style (0SP)
Using an air fryer makes this savory tofu crispy in record time, but if you don't have one, see the notes for baking in an oven or toaster oven. Also, the longer you marinate, the tastier the tofu will be, so start it soaking early for the best flavor. (Fat Free Vegan)
Chicken Parmesan in the Air Fryer (5SP)
I basically followed the same recipe but made half, and added the sauce and cheese the last three minutes of cook time. The downside to air-frying is the basket isn't that large, so I had to make this in two batches. The upside is it only takes 9 minutes to cook, so it was ready in 18! Long enough for me to whip up a salad. (SkinnyTaste)
Crispy Breaded Pork Chops (7SP)
These Crispy Boneless Breaded Pork Chops come out moist on the inside and crispy on the outside! Made in the air fryer so they took just 12 minutes to cook. (SkinnyTaste)
Crispy Fish Fillets (3SP)
These golden fish fillets are cooked in the air fryer until crispy and delicious. Covered in a tasty crust, the fish remains soft and velvety from the inside. Ready in just 20 minutes! (LittleSunnyKitchen)
Air Fryer Greek Stuffed Chicken Breast (3SP)
With just 4 ingredients - chicken breasts, wild rice, fat free feta cheese and Greek salad dressing, this is a great way to create a meal plan that everyone will love. (You Brew My Tea)
Grilled Cheese (8SP)
Jenna shares her secret for the easiest grilled cheese ever. (Recipe Diaries)
Lemon Pepper Shrimp in the Air Fryer (1SP)
Have you ever tried lemon pepper shrimp in the air fryer? You are in for a treat because these turned out delicious. This is also one of those amazing Weight Watchers recipes you will put on your menu plan rotation! (Life is Sweeter by Design)
WW Air Fryer Desserts & Sweet Treats
Funnel Cake Bites (3SP for 8)
These delicious Air Fryer Funnel Cake Bites are perfect for everyone, including those of us who are following the Weight Watchers program. Made with the oh so popular 2-ingredient dough (Slap Dash Mom)
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Donuts (3SP)
These delicious Air Fryer Donuts are perfect for everyone, including those of us who are following the Weight Watchers program! (Slap Dash Mom)
WW Air Fryer Cherry Pie Egg Rolls (3SP)
This fun treat starts with an easy microwave (affiliate link)-made cherry pie filling made with frozen fruit, a hint of sugar, and cornstarch. (Weight Watchers)
Search for More Weight Watchers Friendly Recipes for the Air Fryer!
Try our One-Click WW Recipe Search to find your next favorite Weight Watchers friendly air fryer recipe!
Weight Watchers Friendly Air Fryer Cookbooks
- Air Fryer Cookbook for Weight Loss (affiliate link) by Jamie Yonash
- The Skinnytaste Air Fryer Cookbook (affiliate link)
- Paula Deen Air Fryer Cookbook (affiliate link)
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Gayl – "My favorite small appliance is my Vitamix. I make everything from smoothies to soups to dressings with it. It never fails me."
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Michelle Booth
Vitamix
Karen
I like to cook fast and slow so it is my microwave and my crockpot.
Marian
My small Crock Pot. Before I go to bed I set it up so I'll have a no fuss breakfast for my family.
Tanya Kuhn
My favorite appliance is my crock pot. I love coming home to a cooked dinner.
Beth
My microwave is my favorite. I do large cooking sessions and freeze the results so I can quickly have a meal ready when I'm hungry. Been debating about getting an air fryer for the crispy food. Thanks so much for you excellent information
Laura
I would have to say my crockpot. Love to make big batches of soup this time of year.
Kay
My favorite is a crock pot. I have two: one has a special attachment that automatically rotates to stir soup. I can put everything in start it at night & turn down to low or keep warm when I get up.
Helene DeGregorio
My favorite appliance is my immersion blender because I use it to make soups. Right now, I'm so hooked on butternut squash soup for 0 WW smartpoints. It has become a staple in my house.
Brenda Green
I like my small Cruisinart chopper.
Elaine Fought
I love using my Instant Pot for steel cut oatmeal.
Myrna McGee
My cooker that is the same as an Instant Pot, but a different brand; also my Ninja slow cooker and My Ninja complete blender with cups that fit on the base to make my protein drinks to be like Frappaccios!!
Marion Bender
My favourite small kitchen appliance is the immersion blender. It is so convenient to use and you can use it in the pot the soup was cooked in.
Cathy Gogo
My favourite would have to be my blender. I use it often for the best smoothies!
Brenda Haines
My Ninja blender is pretty great! Thanks for the chance!
Angela Hendricks
I absolutely love my coffee maker!
Maureen Thomson
Hmmm...that's tough to choose. I guess I'd go with my VitaMix, without which I couldn't make my morning smoothie.
Kim west
I do have an air fryer. I use it for my faux fried chicken, sliced yellow squash, sliced sweet potatoes to name a few.
World love to win one for my mother-in-law.
Rebecca Wilson
My fave small appliance is my Blendtec blender! Great for smoothies!
Judith Wood
My immersion blender has become one of my favorite tools. I love to make the Crockpot Curried Carrot Soup. It’s so easy to use and clean up is quick, unlike a regular blender. Safer as well when dealing with hot liquids.
Marianne Curtis
I must say my crock pots I love making big pots of different dishes and measuring up portions to freeze for lunches makes life simple.