Air fryers are a mini version of the convection ovens used by chefs and restaurants to cook food faster and more evenly than conventional ovens. Because they circulate hot air around the food, air fryers excel at creating a crispy exterior—which makes them a great option for preparing duck.
Traditional duck dishes are notable for their golden, crispy skin. To achieve this, chefs slowly roast the duck and finish it at a higher temperature to crisp the skin. However, air fryers can help you achieve this result in significantly less time. These recipes are an air fried take on some traditional duck dishes:
When preparing dishes like this, be sure to preheat the air fryer and pat the portions dry with paper towel to help the skin get crispy. If you are preparing duck breast, be sure to score the skin so the fat can render out. When placing portions in the air fryer, space them out so that air can flow between the pieces. Halfway through the cook cycle, flip the portions and check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
Because air fryers can provide a more “fried” texture than oven-baked preparation, they can be used to cook healthier crispy duck dishes. Here is our take on some popular pub classics that we love serving friends and family:
When preparing frozen prebreaded items in an air fryer, lightly spray the pieces with cooking oil for extra crispiness. If you are breading the items at home, opt for a lighter breeding with less liquid and use light cooking spray to help brown and crisp the breading.
Air fryers are wonderful appliances that can help you create duck dishes with a crispy, crunchy exterior and tender, juicy meat— with far less oil and an easy cleanup to boot! Be sure to check out our online recipe catalog to find more air fryer duck recipes.