Air Fryer Frozen Fish Fillet

There's several things which affect how the frozen fish fillet cook. They all vary in size, thickness, type and heaviness of the breading so you’ll have to adjust timing. For best and even cooking, don't overcrowd the basket. Fill just an even single layer of fish fillets.

All air fryers are different and some cook much hotter than others. Once you cook your first batch, you’ll know more of what works for your model of air fryer and size of food. These were tested on basket style air fryers. Read more recipe notes below the recipe. Nutrition will vary from brand to brand and will depend on the type of coating.

Prep Time1

Cook Time14

Total Time15

Servings: servings

Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

4 Frozen Breaded Fish Fillet
optional dipping sauce (tartar, aioli, garlic/lemon butter, soy-ginger, sriracha mayo, nuoc mam (Vietnamese fish sauce), hot mustard, etc.)

Equipment

Air Fryer

Instructions

Place the frozen breaded fish fillet in the air fryer basket. Make sure they aren't overlapping. No oil spray is needed.
Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for 12 minutes. Flip the fish fillets over.
Continue to Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for another 2-4 minutes or until cooked through and the coating is crispy.
Serve with optional dipping sauce.

Notes

Air Frying Tips and Notes:

No Oil Necessary. Cook Frozen - Do not thaw first.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Lay in a single layer.
Recipe timing is based on a non-preheated air fryer. If cooking in multiple batches back to back, the following batches may cook a little quicker.
Recipes were tested in 3.7 to 6 qt. air fryers. If using a larger air fryer, they might cook quicker so adjust cooking time.
Remember to set a timer to flip/toss as directed in recipe.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, British

Nutrition