Air Fryer Peppers and Onions are so sweet and flavorful! They are incredibly easy to make and done in about 10 minutes! Cooking peppers and onions in the Air Fryer is so easy!
Air Fryer Peppers and Onions
Air Fryer roasted peppers and onions is a flavorful low carb side dish that use to spruce up some boring dinner meals. It’s one of my favorite ways to cook peppers and onions other than on the Blackstone Griddle.
They come out perfect every time and no need to worry about burning them! Plate them with a nice air fryer ribeye steak or make with while you’re broiling chicken thighs in the oven.
Or you can even use they air fried peppers to make this Muhammara, a delicious roasted red pepper and walnut dip! It’s quicker and easier to roast peppers in the air fryer than the oven!
Why you’ll love this easy air fryer recipe
- Keto and Low Carb – with just 7g of total carbs, this is great for a low carb or keto diet!
- Great for meal prep – these can be add into a simple meal prep to add flavor. They’d be great for a meal prep chipotle keto bowl!
- Easy and simple– with just 10 minutes cook time, this recipe is simple. You can find these ingredients at your local grocery store.
Ingredients
- red onion
- red bell pepper
- orange bell pepper
- avocado oil
- seasonings: Italian seasoning, Kosher salt, ground black pepper
Tips & Tricks
Make sure to not over pack the Air Fryer basket as it will cook unevenly.
Tools to make this easy recipe
I absolutely love my Cosori Air Fryer. The big air fryer basket is perfect for a bunch of different foods.
How to make Peppers and Onions in an air fryer
- First slice the onion and bell peppers.
- Place the onions and peppers in a large baggie or bowl.
- Next add the oil and seasonings. Massage the peppers and onions until they are evenly coated.
- Transfer the peppers and onions to the air fryer basket.
- Cook them at 390F for 8-10 minutes until desired doneness.
Stovetop Directions
If you do not have an Air Fryer do not worry. Making these on the stovetop is an alternative.
Heat a skillet to medium high heat. Add the oil. Once oil is hot add the peppers and onions. Sprinkle them with the seasoning. Cook for 15-17 minutes or until desired tenderness.
Substitutions
If you do not have bell peppers you can always substitute them for poblano peppers.
If you do not have onions you can always substitute them for shallots or leeks.
What to serve with Peppers and Onions
These peppers are onions are super tender! Just like they were sautéed. They go great with many different dishes such as these Blackstone Ribeye Steak, air fryer chicken breasts or these Pork Chop on the Blackstone Griddle.
How to store
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
How to reheat
Remove the lid from the container and microwave on high for 1 minute or until the onions and peppers are warm. You may also transfer the onions and peppers to a microwave safe dish to warm up.
FAQs
Absolutely! It is my favorite way to get peppers and onions with a slight crisp.
Cook peppers and onions in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes or until desired tenderness
More Vegetarian Air Fryer Recipes
If you loved these pepper and onions in the air fryer, check out these other easy air fryer recipes.
- Air Fryer Tempeh
- Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
- Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
- Air Fryer Broccolini
- Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
Air Fryer Peppers and Onions
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 bell pepper orange
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- First slice the onions and bell peppers.
- Place the onions and peppers in a large baggie or bowl.
- Next add the oil and seasonings. Massage the peppers and onions until they are evenly coated.
- Transfer the peppers and onions to the air fryer basket.
- Cook them at 390F for 8-10 minutes until desired doneness.
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