The Complete Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven Cookbook for Beginners

Ingredients

• 2 lb split chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method

1. 1Place the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill on a stable, heat-resistant counter with open space around it. Make sure the crumb tray is in place.
2. 2Place the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Pat the wings very dry. Toss with olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt.
4. 4Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces. Cook on Air Fry at 400°F for 12 min.
5. 5Turn the wings with tongs and continue air frying for 12 to 16 min, checking early if the wings are small.
6. 6Cook until the skin is crisp and the thickest part reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
7. 7Toss the hot wings with lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley. Serve immediately.
8. 8Turn the controls to OFF, unplug when finished, and let the basket and drip tray cool before cleaning grease and crumbs.

Ingredients

• 2 lb chicken wingettes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method

1. 1Set the Cuisinart TOA-70NAS on a dry, level, heat-resistant counter. Confirm the crumb tray is installed.
2. 2Set the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Pat the wingettes dry and toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. 4Spread the wingettes in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 400°F for 12 min.
5. 5Turn the wingettes and continue cooking for 12 to 16 min, until browned and crisp at the edges.
6. 6Check the thickest pieces with an instant-read thermometer; chicken must reach 165°F.
7. 7Toss the hot wingettes with melted butter, Parmesan, and parsley. Serve while crisp.
8. 8Turn the controls to OFF, unplug the oven, and let the hot drip tray cool before removing grease.

Ingredients

• 1¼ lb chicken tenderloins
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• Cooking spray

Method

1. 1Set up the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill on a stable, heat-safe counter and make sure the crumb tray is in place.
2. 2Place the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 390°F for 3 min.
3. 3Mix panko, plain breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk egg, Dijon mustard, and honey in another bowl.
4. 4Dip each tender in the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs. Press gently so the coating sticks.
5. 5Arrange the tenders in a single layer in the basket and lightly coat the tops with cooking spray.
6. 6Air fry at 390°F for 7 min. Turn the tenders, spray lightly again, and cook 5 to 8 min more.
7. 7Cook until the coating is golden and the thickest tender reaches 165°F. Serve with extra mustard if desired.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and let the basket cool before brushing away crumbs.

Ingredients

• 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• ½ cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• Cooking spray

Method

1. 1Place the Cuisinart TOA-70NAS on a safe, open, heat-resistant countertop. Confirm the crumb tray is installed.
2. 2Set the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Toss chicken strips with buttermilk and hot sauce. In a separate bowl, mix panko, flour, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
4. 4Lift chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then coat in the panko mixture.
5. 5Arrange strips in a single layer in the basket and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
6. 6Air fry at 400°F for 8 min. Turn the strips and cook 6 to 9 min more, checking early for thin pieces.
7. 7Cook until crisp and the thickest strip reaches 165°F. Rest 2 min before serving.
8. 8Turn the controls to OFF, unplug, and cool the basket and pan before cleaning.

Ingredients

• 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1½ in pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup Buffalo wing sauce
• 1 tbsp melted butter

Method

1. 1Set the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill on a stable, dry, heat-resistant surface and install the crumb tray.
2. 2Place the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Toss chicken pieces with olive oil. Mix panko, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. 4Coat the chicken pieces in the crumb mixture, pressing lightly so the coating sticks.
5. 5Arrange the bites in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 400°F for 7 min.
6. 6Turn the bites and cook 5 to 8 min more, until crisp and the thickest pieces reach 165°F.
7. 7Stir Buffalo sauce and melted butter together, then toss with the hot chicken bites. Serve right away.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and let the drip tray cool before cleaning sauce drips or grease.

Ingredients

• 2 lb chicken drumettes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. 1Place the Cuisinart TOA-70NAS on a stable, heat-safe counter with open space around the oven and the crumb tray in place.
2. 2Set the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Pat drumettes dry and toss with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. 4Arrange drumettes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space for hot air to circulate.
5. 5Air fry at 400°F for 12 min. Turn each piece with tongs.
6. 6Continue cooking 12 to 16 min more, until browned and the thickest drumette reaches 165°F.
7. 7Sprinkle with lemon juice and rest 3 min before serving.
8. 8Turn the controls to OFF, unplug, and let hot grease in the drip tray cool enough to handle safely before cleaning.

Ingredients

• 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½ in pieces
• 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Cooking spray
• 2 sliced green onions

Method

1. 1Set the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill on a level, heat-resistant countertop and confirm the crumb tray is in place.
2. 2Place the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 390°F for 3 min.
3. 3Toss chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Mix panko, sesame seeds, and cornstarch in a shallow bowl.
4. 4Coat the chicken pieces in the panko mixture, pressing gently to help it adhere.
5. 5Arrange nuggets in a single layer in the basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
6. 6Air fry at 390°F for 7 min. Turn nuggets and cook 5 to 8 min more.
7. 7Cook until golden and the thickest nugget reaches 165°F. Sprinkle with green onions before serving.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and cool the basket before wiping away sesame crumbs.

Ingredients

• 1¼ lb chicken tenderloins
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup finely crushed plain cornflakes
• 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp milk
• Cooking spray
• ¼ cup ranch dressing, for serving

Method

1. 1Place the Cuisinart TOA-70NAS on a stable, dry, heat-resistant counter and make sure the crumb tray is installed.
2. 2Set the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 390°F for 3 min.
3. 3Mix panko, crushed cornflakes, ranch seasoning, paprika, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk egg and milk in another bowl.
4. 4Dip chicken tenders in the egg mixture, then coat with the ranch crumb mixture.
5. 5Arrange tenders in a single layer in the basket. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
6. 6Air fry at 390°F for 7 min. Turn and cook 5 to 8 min more, until crisp.
7. 7Check the thickest tender with an instant-read thermometer; it must reach 165°F. Serve with ranch dressing.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and let the basket and drip tray cool before cleaning crumbs.

Ingredients

• 2 lb split chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp hot sauce
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Method

1. 1Set the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven with Grill on a safe, open, heat-resistant counter. Confirm the crumb tray is in place.
2. 2Place the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Pat wings dry and toss with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
4. 4Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 400°F for 12 min.
5. 5Turn the wings and cook 10 to 13 min more, until the skin starts to crisp.
6. 6Mix maple syrup, hot sauce, and vinegar. Brush the wings lightly and air fry 2 to 4 min more, watching closely because the glaze can brown fast.
7. 7Cook until the thickest part reaches 165°F. Rest 3 min before serving.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and let the sticky drip tray cool before washing with a nonabrasive sponge.

Ingredients

• 1½ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½ in pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup BBQ sauce
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Method

1. 1Place the Cuisinart TOA-70NAS on a stable, heat-resistant surface with open space around it and the crumb tray installed.
2. 2Set the air fryer basket over the baking pan/drip tray. Preheat on Air Fry at 400°F for 3 min.
3. 3Toss chicken thigh pieces with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. 4Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between pieces for crisp edges.
5. 5Air fry at 400°F for 8 min. Turn the bites with tongs and cook 5 to 7 min more.
6. 6Stir BBQ sauce with vinegar. Brush the chicken lightly and air fry 1 to 3 min more, checking early so the sauce does not scorch.
7. 7Cook until the thickest pieces reach 165°F. Rest 2 min before serving.
8. 8Turn controls to OFF, unplug, and let the drip tray cool before removing any sticky sauce or grease.