12 Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes

By Candace Braun Zafirellis
Updated 4/4/2025
12 Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes
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We pulled together these gluten free air fryer recipes for people who love the crispy, crunchy flavor of fried food but don’t eat gluten. These foods are not covered in wheat-based coatings. Every dish is cooked in an air fryer, not fried in heavy oil. Cooking in an air fryer helps lower fat and lower calories compared to traditional fried food.

As a result, gluten free air fryer recipes produce nutritious and  heart healthy meals full of the crispy, crunchy taste you crave. With Health eCooks’ heart healthy air fryer recipes, you can add a crispy coating to chicken and seafood dishes, and put an extra crunch on your fries without going near a pan of oil.

Enjoy 12 of our best gluten-free air fryer recipes:

  1. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

    If you’re searching for low sodium air fryer meals, these air fryer chicken nuggets are the perfect crowd pleaser. Made with gluten-free corn flakes, they have the same golden crunch and flavor as your favorite fast food chicken!

  2. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Garlic Broccoli
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    20 mins

    Our gluten free air fryer garlic broccoli is a delicious side dish for a quick and healthy accompaniment to any gluten free meal.

  3. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Almond Crusted Salmon
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    20 mins

    Lightly seasoned to perfection and coated with crunchy, heart-healthy almonds, this gluten free recipe for air fryer almond crusted salmon is the perfect meal for busy weeknights. With minimal oil, this nutrient-packed dish provides a wholesome, high-protein meal that’s big on taste.

  4. Healthy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    25 mins

    These gluten free air fryer chicken tenders are so juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, you’d never know that they’re a heart healthy meal! Ready in less than 30 minutes, they’re ideal for a quick gluten-free dinner.

  5. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    25 mins

    This easy, gluten free air fryer recipe for Buffalo Cauliflower is a crispy, heart healthy snack that’s perfect for any occasion. Coated in a zesty buffalo sauce, each bite delivers classic buffalo flavor with a healthy twist.

  6. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Salmon Cakes
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

    Great for meal prep and served with a creamy dill dipping sauce, this recipe for gluten free air fryer salmon cakes replaces flour with cannellini beans.

  7. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Pecan Crusted Chicken
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

    Featuring a crispy, golden crust made from crushed pecans, this gluten free chicken recipe is the perfect low-sodium air fryer meal to enjoy in just 30 minutes.

  8. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    45 mins

    For a healthy twist on a classic favorite, look no further than this gluten free recipe for crispy, golden air fryer sweet potato fries. Packed with nutrients, these easy-to-make fries deliver a satisfying crunch without the excessive oil used in store-bought versions.

  9. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    45 mins

    Dive into a healthy seafood indulgence with this gluten free appetizer recipe for air fryer bang bang shrimp. Succulent shrimp are perfectly crisped without excess oil, and drizzled in a creamy, sweet-and-spicy sauce that’s made with heart healthy Greek yogurt.

  10. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Carrots
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    20 mins

    For a quick and tasty side dish, look no further than this gluten free recipe for air fryer carrots. Packed with nutrients and ready in minutes, these carrots make a delicious addition to any meal while keeping things light and flavorful.

  11. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    50 mins

    This easy, gluten free air fryer recipe for bang bang chicken will quickly become a family favorite! Lightly breaded with gluten-free panko bread crumbs, these bite-sized pieces of juicy chicken thighs are a great option to make when you need a flavorful, gluten-free meal.

  12. Heart Healthy Air Fryer Balsamic Chicken
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    50 mins

    Sweet and tangy flavors blend together in this popular gluten free recipe for air fryer balsamic chicken.Tender chicken is coated in a flavorful glaze that goes great with a hearty salad or a side of roasted vegetables.

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