Crispy, golden and irresistibly snackable—these air fryer onion rings are everything you love about the classic appetizer, made lighter and easier at home. With just a handful of ingredients and no deep frying required, you’ll get that perfect crunch in every bite using way less oil. Whether you’re serving them up for game day, a backyard BBQ or just a craving, these onion rings are ready to steal the show.

Air Fryer Onion Rings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 51 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 yellow onions
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp. dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 cup tartar sauce
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
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Slice onions into rings and set aside.
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Prepare three bowls: one with flour, the second with egg (whisked) and the last with breadcrumbs combined with parsley, salt and onion powder.
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One by one, dip each ring in flour, then egg and then coat generously in breadcrumbs.
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Add one layer to air fryer and cook at 400 degrees F. for 10 minutes or until browned and crispy.
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Serve with tartar sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Onion Rings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Trans Fat 0.002g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 14mg5%
Sodium 111mg5%
Potassium 54mg2%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 32IU1%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 19mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.