Got extra tots? Try this Tater Tot Casserole Recipe or this Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole recipe! I know. Frozen tater tots?! Are you serious? But you know what? Tater tots are delicious, and I won’t apologize! These Air Fryer Tater Tots are the absolute crispiest tots and they cook so quickly, which is perfect for any last minute tot cravings 😉 We don’t eat a lot of frozen convenience foods, so I don’t feel at all guilty about whipping up a batch (or 2, or 3) in the air fryer! Serve them with this JUICY Air Fryer Chicken Breast, Air Fryer Salmon or Boneless Air Fryer Chicken Thighs to round out your meal!
How to cook frozen tater tots in the air fryer:
How long do tater tots cook in the air fryer?
Frozen tater tots will take about 10-15 minutes to cook in a 400 degree F air fryer. I like to cook for 8-10 minutes, and then check and maybe turn them. Turning them isn’t completely necessary, but the top will get crispier than the bottom if you do not. For maximum crispness, I like to cook at a higher temperature for a shorter amount of time, but you do need to keep an eye on them as they will cook (and brown) quickly.
Are air fryer tater tots healthier?
Nope. But are they delicious? Most definitely. Since tater tots are already partially fried when you buy them at the store, they contain some extra fat. When you bake tater tots, you don’t need to oil or spray them or even spray the pan, and then turn out perfectly crispy. This is because they already contain the oil needed. With the air fryer, the same is true, although I like to lightly grease the bottom rack to ensure nothing ever sticks. That being said, we still enjoy some frozen tater tots here and there, because they are yummy! There’s no harm in that 🙂
What do I serve air fryer tater tots with?
Anything you want! I love a big plate of tater tots with some ketchup for a snack in the evening (or, let’s be real, any time of day), but they also make a great side dish. They would pair perfectly with this Crockpot Pulled Pork or this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken. They’re also great with a big juicy burger or a grilled turkey burger! Create an account easily save your favorite content, so you never forget a recipe again. Register Now Tag @thereciperebel or hashtag #thereciperebel — I love to see what you’re making!
