If there is one thing I’ve learned since getting an air fryer, it’s frozen fries were made for it! Golden, crispy, fries made in minutes, no oven required. If I’m making burgers or just want a snack, air fryer frozen french fries are always at the top of my list.

The very first thing I made when I bought my air fryer was frozen french fries. My mom kept telling my how much they tasted like they were straight from a restaurant and she was right! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they are just so good.

Now I try to always have a bag of frozen fries in my freezer for the nights when I need something fast for dinner or just a fun snack. They are always a family favorite.

After making frozen fries in the air fryer what feels like thousands of times, there are a few tips and tricks I’ve learned to get them crispy. Preheating the air fryer and giving them space in the basket are real game changers when it comes to getting delicious, crispy fries.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Perfectly crispy – Cooking them in the air fryer give you perfectly golden, crispy fries.
• Cooks fast – Frozen fries can be cooked in about 10 minutes, straight from frozen.
• Kid friendly – Fries are always a hit with the whole family.
• No extra oil needed – You don’t need to add any extra oil when cooking these frozen fries.
• No need for takeout – Skip the fast food line. You can make hot, crispy fries at home in minutes.

Ingredients

You basically need one ingredient, frozen fries.

• Frozen french fries – Any brand or style of frozen french fries work. Straight cut fries, waffle fries, curly fries, and more. The cook time will vary depending on the style of fry.
• Seasoning – Seasoning is optional. Some of my favorites to use are this french fry seasoning, Red Robin seasoning, and Zaxbys fry seasoning.

How to make air fryer frozen french fries

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Step one: Preheat the air fryer for 2-3 minutes. Add a layer of frozen fries to the air fryer basket.

Step two: Cook at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes depending on the thickness of the fries.

Step three: Carefully remove them from the basket. Sprinkle with seasoning if desired.

How to cook different types of fries

You can cook any type of frozen fries in the air fryer. The cook time will depend on the thickness of the cut of the french fry.

• Air fryer waffle fries: 10-12 minutes
• Air fryer steak fries: 12-15 minutes
• Air fryer curly fries: 10-12 minutes
• Air fryer crinkle fries: 10-12 minutes
• Air fryer shoestring fries: 8-10 minutes
• Air fryer sweet potato fries: 10-12 minutes

What to serve with air fryer frozen fries

In my opinion fries pair well with just about anything. Here are some of my favorite ways to serve them:

• Dipping sauce: French fries make the perfect dipper. A few of my favorite dips to serve include ketchup, Zesty sauce, Zax sauce, copycat bloomin onion sauce, copycat Arbys red ranch, sweet potato fries dipping sauce, and copycat Wingstop ranch.
• Side dish: They pair perfectly with things like air fryer hot dogs, buffalo chicken wraps, chicken tenders, air fryer grilled cheese, slow cooker chicken wings and more.
• Loaded fries: Make your own loaded fries by adding toppings like Taco Bell cheese sauce, bacon, jalapenos, and more.

Tips for crispy frozen fries in air fryer

• Preheat the air fryer. This is a key to crispy fries.
• Don’t crowd the basket. My number one tip is not to cook too many fries at one time. You want to give the fries space for the hot air to circulate around them and cook evenly.
• Shake the fries. Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
• Season after cooking. I like to season the fries immediately after cooking so that it sticks on the fries.

Frequently asked questions

Storage

Store: Let any leftover fries cool completely. Place them in an airtight container or bag. Keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat: Reheat them in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 3-5 minutes.

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