Costco Air Fryer Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook Forever! (2024)

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Here are a bunch of the best air fryer Costco recipes you can enjoy with Kirkland items found in your favorite bulk store! Want to make steak, chicken or pork? NO problem, here’s how!

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Air fryer Costco recipes are the best! If you love to shop in bulk, and obsessed with your new hot air machine I will tell you how to cook all your favorite foods! Then go on to try all our other easy air fryer recipes here on The Typical Mom blog. (affiliate links present, originally published 10/20)

Ever since I got my Ninja Foodi we have been creating a lot of new air fryer dinner recipes. Ready to air fry everything but not quite sure how to do it? We have mega tips for you here! I was new once too and scratched my head for a while. Now that I get the hang of it I share new grocery and Costco recipes every single week on my site.

Costco Dinner Ideas

So you love shopping at this big box store but now you are also obsessed with your new hot air machine. Now you can pair the two, buy food at a discount, and we will show you how to air fry Costco food here. We have it all from air frying a Costco chicken just like rotisserie but better, to steak, pork and vegetables.

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If you love easy air fryer recipes too, here are some resources to start with:

  • My Favorite Air Fryer is a Cosori or for a dual machine, the Foodi.
  • You can find more easy air fryer recipes here, we have Ninja Foodi recipes as well; bookmark them both!
    • This is the best air fryer cookbook. It’s important to know and remember how to preheat air fryer for best results.
  • Here’s a printable free air fryer cooking time chart here for your fridge.
    • It has temp. and times for making the best frozen foods for air fryer too.
  • Then join our Facebook page below where you can share and find more ideas you’ll love.
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Costco Air Fryer

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Whether you bought that multi cooker too, or another digital air fryer version all of these Costco air fryer recipes will work just great.

The main differences are just the air fryer features.

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Best Things at Costco to Make in an Air Fryer

Why do we love this big box store?? First of all you get great deals on ALL THE THINGS right??!! You can pick up small (and large) appliances like these with no shipping and handling fee, and if there’s a problem their returns are so easy.

I found recently they offer a live chat feature online now too which is great, or you can contact the Costco concierge services technical support.

For something like this I’d contact the manufacturer first though.

  • Yes you can order one of these babies online but a handling fee will apply for some areas like Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
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Here’s where we’re going to get started right?? Ok, so you may already have a few items at home but once you cook those we will share a few of our other favorite items to cook so you can grab them on your next trip.

  • Let me start with one thing you can grab for FREE right here on my site. This air fryer cooking times chart is a GAME CHANGER y’all!!

Go ahead and print this out and take a peek. I will wait, then come back and keep reading on friends. 😉

YES!! I share cook temperatures and times for making frozen foods, vegetables, seafood, beef and chicken on it.

I taped a copy to my fridge and literally use it several times a week. Ok maybe every day.

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Air Fryer Costco Rotisserie Chicken

  • Want to make an air fryer whole chicken?? Literally, it’s my favorite meal! It tastes better than rotisserie can you buy at the store I promise, and you can add any and all seasonings you want.

If you want to cut it up into pieces we have directions for each one of those pieces too!

Air fryer Costco

These are our favorites though:

  1. Our air fryer chicken thighs have no breading but rather a sweet and salty dry rub.
  2. Costco chicken skewers in air fryer is easy. You can use our homemade Air fryer chicken kabobs timing and temp for those. Both are healthy choices with vegetables added on the skewers.
  3. Chicken legs in air fryer are probably my girls’ favorite for dinner.
  4. We share a variety of easy air fryer chicken breast recipes here. There’s even instructions for how to cook frozen chicken breast in air fryer too.
  5. On to the best air fryer chicken wings with a dry rub you’ll ever make!!

If you want to buy a frozen bag o’ wings here’s how to cook frozen chicken wings in air fryer too

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What is good at Costco

Well that would really depends on who you ask. Our family got our membership strictly to buy meat in bulk.

From there we began purchasing paper goods since it was a lot cheaper than at the grocery stores.

What are the best items to buy at Costco

  1. Chicken
  2. Ground beef
  3. Steak
  4. Toilet paper
  5. Paper towels
  6. Cereal
  7. Snack foods

Frozen meats are cheaper too, and come in handy when you’re in a rush. If you love Kirkland hamburgers here are instructions on how long to cook frozen hamburger in air fryer.

A great tip if you forget to defrost them ahead of time. 😉

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Best Frozen Foods for Air Fryer Costco

You can cook it all y’all. I mean if your kids are obsessed with hot dogs buy a huge box of them breaded there and use our air fryer corn dogs timing to get them just right. You can pair those with a few frozen mozzarella sticks in air fryer too.

  • My oldest loves air fryer frozen dumplings stuffed with chicken after school.
  • They have the beef el Monterey frozen taquitos in air fryer are way better than microwaved for sure, and faster than baked in the oven.

Now on to some beef! I will tell you I don’t cook a lot of it and if I do I usually wrap it in bacon because well, why now??!!

  • I prefer good cuts that have less marbling to keep them tender. As you can see when you visit your local Costco store, they offer a wide selection.
  • Whether you’re using a New York Strip, T-bone, or Filet you should follow our air fryer steak instructions here.

Here is the best way to cook steak of all kinds with our dry rub recipe below.

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Air Fryer Costco

Air fryer Costco steak bites are great and a cheap protein packed keto low carb meal.

Course Entree, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer, beef, costco, steak

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 355kcal

Author The Typical Mom

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cube steak and put it into a bowl.

  • Pour olive oil on top and toss. Pour all seasonings on and toss together so all meat is coated well.

  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes.

  • Put steak bites into basket, do not overlap. Set time to 5 minutes, shake basket after 3 minutes.

  • Enjoy immediately for best results.

Nutrition Facts

Air Fryer Costco

Amount Per Serving (2 oz)

Calories 355Calories from Fat 468

% Daily Value*

Fat 52g80%

Saturated Fat 22g138%

Cholesterol 208mg69%

Sodium 1947mg85%

Potassium 1002mg29%

Carbohydrates 29g10%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 27g30%

Protein 69g138%

Vitamin A 766IU15%

Calcium 53mg5%

Iron 6mg33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

  • You can also make steak in the Instant Pot but if you still want that crisp on the outside, try our Ninja Foodi steak and potatoes cooked all in 1 pot.

But first, you’ve got to make the best steak dry rub we shared with y’all last week. We even add this on pork chops because it’s so good.

Ways to cook steak

Air fryer chicken fried steak. These are made into finger foods of sorts so they could be served as a fun appetizer if you wanted, or dinner.

Crockpot steak and potatoes is great too if you’re a slow cooker lover. Grilling is great too, any method should reference our what temperature to cook steak chart to get it done just right.

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You CANNOT visit Costco and not grab a few snacks from their frozen food sections!! I know you need a few quick meals in your pocket for those long nights when you’re stuck at the baseball field, or appetizers when friends come over.

  • For those crazy nights we make air fryer corn dogs or grilled cheese in air fryer. Even my kids can make those all by themselves.

What are the best appetizers at Costco?

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Cuisinart air fryer Costco

No matter what brand you buy there, you can cook all these things!

  • Pinwheels
  • Pierogis
  • Twice baked potatoes or potato skins
  • Pull apart bread
  • Hummus and spinach and artichoke dip
  • Air fryer frozen shrimp with parmesan crusted on top
  • This is how you make frozen mozzarella sticks in air fryer to perfection!

Before you go I want you to sign up for my free newsletter!! You will get all my new recipes emailed to you a few times a week that will help with meal planning for the week.

Want to see a few of my favorite things that I am totally obsessed with?? Take a peek and see how many you might already have…twinsies!

Looking for more easy family recipes and tips? LIKE The Typical Mom Facebook page because we share all our new creations there every single day. And follow me on Pinterest for more inspirations! 😉

***** If you LOVED this recipe give it 5 Stars below and let everyone know what you thought about it. 😉

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FAQs

What Costco food is good for air fryer? ›

Products like Costco's Just Bare Chicken Breast Chunks and Sukhi's Samosa Trio fry up perfectly. I also like to make crispy air-fryer ravioli, chicken wings, and even green beans.

What are the top 10 foods to cook in an air fryer? ›

Start air frying these 13 foods and watch your cooking time drop and your satisfaction in healthy meals skyrocket!
  • Chicken Breasts. ...
  • Tofu. ...
  • Zoodles. ...
  • Cauliflower Gnocchi. ...
  • Salmon (chopped) ...
  • Chickpeas. ...
  • Personal Pizzas. ...
  • Frozen Cauliflower.
Feb 18, 2020

What cannot be cooked in air fryer? ›

7 Foods You Should Never Cook In Your Air Fryer
  1. Wet Batters. Those beer-battered onion rings, fries, fish cutlets, plus tempura veggies and more are not well suited for a crisp in the air fryer. ...
  2. Cheesy Items. ...
  3. Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  4. Baked Goods. ...
  5. Greens. ...
  6. Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  7. Too Much of Anything.
Apr 14, 2023

Can you use tin foil in an air fryer? ›

The great news about air fryers is that you can use foil along with parchment paper to cook your food in an air fryer. Just remember that if it's safe and effective to use in a conventional oven, it will work just fine in an air fryer.

What is the best thing cooked in an air fryer? ›

What to cook in an air fryer? 10 things that are better air-fried
  • Whole roasted garlic. ...
  • Burgers and patties. ...
  • French fries. ...
  • Single-serve desserts. ...
  • Reheated leftovers. ...
  • Frozen chicken goujons. ...
  • Crispy bacon. ...
  • Crispy roast potatoes. Is there anything more palate-pleasing than a crispy roast potato?
Sep 8, 2022

What is the best air fryer that cooks everything? ›

Our top picks:
  • Best Overall: Ninja Air Fryer Max XL.
  • Best Value: Instant Vortex Plus ClearCook.
  • Best Small: Dash Compact Air Fryer.
  • Best Toaster Oven: Cuisinart Convection Toaster Oven.
  • Best Pressure Cooker: Instant Pot Duo Crisp Ultimate.
  • Best Large: Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker & Air Fryer.
Mar 28, 2024

Why are people getting rid of air fryers? ›

Households are shelving their air fryers in favour of another kitchen appliance that is cheaper to run, and just as healthy.

What is the first thing I should cook in my air fryer? ›

Air fryers are versatile kitchen appliances that can be used to cook a variety of foods quickly and easily. If you're using an air fryer for the first time, it's best to start with something simple, like French fries, chicken wings or vegetables.

Can you put raw meat in Airfryer? ›

It is safe to cook raw meat in the air fryer if it is fully defrosted, seasoned, and monitored. Some fully cooked foods, including chicken tenders or fries, can be placed frozen in the air fryer. However, with raw meat, it's recommended to thoroughly defrost to allow more even cooking and a tasty final product.

What I wish I knew before I get an air fryer? ›

6 things I wish I'd known before I bought an air fryer
  • Air fryers do not fry. Deep fried foods: not like air fried ones. ...
  • The air fryer parts you use most are easy to clean but the outer parts… not so much. ...
  • There's a war going on in the air fryer community! ...
  • Air fryers can be quite large.

Can food be burnt in air fryer? ›

Air fryers cook food quite quickly and therefore can easily burn the food. You should remain close by when cooking so that you can check the food regularly and respond quickly to any issues. You may need to shake or turn the food halfway through the cooking process for even results.

What is the best thing to put on bottom of air fryer? ›

"Put a slice of bread on the bottom of your air fryer," said Kang. "It's a green alternative to foil for catching grease and drips for easier clean-up." In order to minimize food waste, you may want to only use this technique when cooking especially greasy foods (like bacon), and also use bread slices that are stale.

Can you put paper towel in air fryer? ›

Airflow is essential to the machine, so while a paper towel is useful for cleaning, it should not be used while cooking food in the air fryer. It can restrict the airflow of the machine and even catch fire. It's important to remember that the air inside the air fryer can get very hot.

Can parchment paper go in the air fryer? ›

Parchment paper can handle the heat inside your air fryer - up to 428°F (220°C). To get the best results, add the parchment paper to the air fryer basket at the same time as you add your ingredients. This prevents the paper from lifting up and coming into contact with the heating element while cooking.

Can i air fry a chicken bake from costco? ›

For added flavor and texture, use olive oil or an egg wash on the exterior of the bread. You don't have to add a lot, just enough to make the bake shiny. With the air fryer set at 320 F, place the pieces in the basket and cook for about six minutes.

How to use Costco chicken nuggets air fryer? ›

Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees. When the air fryer is heated, add the frozen chicken nuggets in a single layer into the basket and on top of the tray. Cook for 8 to 12 minutes, removing and shaking the basket once halfway through cooking. Remove the nuggets from the air fryer and serve with your favorite sauce.

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