Written by Mustapha B. · Updated August 13, 2026
Cook frozen foods straight from the freezer, search times below.
| Food | Air fryer | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Frozen french fries | 400°F · 15 min | Shake halfway |
| Frozen chicken nuggets | 400°F · 10 min | |
| Frozen mozzarella sticks | 380°F · 7 min | |
| Frozen spring rolls | 400°F · 12 min | |
| Frozen pizza rolls | 380°F · 8 min |
The air fryer shines with frozen foods because it cooks them straight from the freezer, no thawing needed, and crisps them better than an oven. Typical times at 400°F: frozen fries 12 to 18 minutes, breaded chicken nuggets or tenders 8 to 12 minutes, mozzarella sticks 6 to 8 minutes, and frozen spring rolls or dumplings about 8 to 12 minutes. Shake the basket once or twice so everything browns evenly and pieces do not stick together.
Add a couple of minutes to any package's oven directions as a starting point, then check and adjust, since air fryers run hotter and faster than conventional ovens. A useful tip: spread items in a single layer with a little space between them, and skip extra oil on already-breaded foods, which carry plenty of their own. For frozen proteins like chicken or fish, still verify the inside is fully cooked with a thermometer before serving.
Search the chart for any food to get its air-fryer temperature and time. Shake or flip halfway and don’t overcrowd the basket, air needs room to circulate.
Times are estimates, appliances vary, so check doneness, especially for meat (use a thermometer).
Yes. Most frozen foods cook directly from the freezer in an air fryer. Just spread them in a single layer and shake the basket partway through.
Frozen fries usually take 12 to 18 minutes at 400°F. Shake the basket once or twice and add a few minutes for a thicker or crispier cut.