Source: New Africa, AdobeStockMost often, pasta in an air fryer is prepared simply with sauce or as casseroles with various additions. The top layer browns beautifully, everything bakes evenly, and sauces and cheese perfectly bind the ingredients. We're sharing proven recipes that are definitely worth trying!
1. Air Fryer Baked Pasta with Tomatoes
Source: AdobeStockMuch more interesting than just boiling plain pasta.
You will need: 150g pasta, 150g crushed tomatoes with juice, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the garlic, place all ingredients in a baking dish, and pour in about 300 ml of water. Bake the pasta in the air fryer for 25 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius.
2. Air Fryer Pasta Casserole with Sour Cream and Cheese
Source: AdobeStockThanks to the sour cream dressing, this casserole turns out incredibly delicious.
You will need: 300g pasta, 100g hard cheese, 100g cream cheese or processed cheese, 100g sour cream, 2 eggs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta until al dente and mix it with sour cream, salt, spices, and one-third of the grated hard cheese. Separately, mix beaten eggs, processed cheese, and the remaining grated cheese. Place the pasta in a dish, spread the cheese mixture on top, and bake for about 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
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3. Air Fryer Pasta with Cream
Source: AdobeStockIf you like a crispy crust, lightly sprinkle with breadcrumbs before baking.
You will need: 250g pasta, 200ml cream, 100ml milk, 15g butter, 1 tbsp flour, 80g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Separately, sauté the flour in butter, then gradually pour in the milk and cream, stirring to avoid lumps. Cook this sauce until slightly thickened, continuing to stir, then season with salt and spices to taste.
Afterward, place the pasta in a baking dish, pour the prepared sauce over it, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
4. Air Fryer Baked Pasta with Minced Meat
Source: AdobeStockA hearty and appetizing dinner for the whole family!
You will need: 250g pasta, 250g minced meat, 1-2 tomatoes, 1/2 onion, 80ml cream, 2 eggs, 80g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion until translucent, add the minced meat and continue to fry until cooked through, stirring occasionally. Season to taste. In the meantime, cook the pasta, grate the cheese, finely chop the tomatoes, and whisk the eggs with cream. Layer half of the pasta, half of the egg mixture, minced meat, tomatoes, then the remaining pasta and egg mixture. Bake for about 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
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5. Air Fryer Pasta with Chicken and Mushrooms
Source: AdobeStockInstead of chicken breast, thigh fillet also works well here.
You will need: 200g pasta, 1 chicken fillet, 100-150g mushrooms, 1 onion, 2 eggs, 100ml milk or sour cream, 50g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the chicken fillet with onion and mushrooms, season to taste. Cook the pasta, mix it with the chicken, and place everything in a baking dish. Whisk the eggs with milk and spices, pour this sauce over the pasta, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
6. Air Fryer Pasta Casserole with Cauliflower
Source: AdobeStockA hearty casserole with a soft texture and rich flavor.
You will need: 200g pasta, 300g cauliflower, 6 cherry tomatoes, 200ml cream, 100g hard cheese, 3 cloves garlic, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cook the pasta until al dente and separately blanch the cauliflower florets for 5 minutes in boiling water. Mix cream, salt, ground black pepper, and pressed garlic.
Place the pasta, cauliflower, and halved cherry tomatoes in a dish, pour the cream over everything, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes in the air fryer at 160 degrees Celsius.
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7. Air Fryer Pasta with Broccoli and Eggs
Source: AdobeStockEven quite healthy if you use durum wheat pasta.
You will need: 200g pasta, 300g broccoli, 3-4 eggs, 150ml milk, 50g hard cheese, 40g butter, salt, spices.
Preparation: Blanch the broccoli florets for 3-5 minutes in boiling water and separately cook the pasta until al dente. Whisk the eggs with milk, salt, and spices.
Place the pasta and broccoli in a dish, pour the egg mixture over it, and arrange butter slices on top. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Air Fryer Pasta Gratin with Ham
Source: AdobeStockA classic dish, but with a very interesting twist!
You will need: 200g pasta, 100g ham, 100g hard cheese, 400ml milk, 30g butter, 40g flour, herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta until al dente, chop the ham, and finely chop the herbs. Separately, sauté the flour in butter until golden, then gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly. Cook this sauce until thickened, season with salt and spices. Mix the pasta, ham, herbs, and the prepared sauce together, place in a dish, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
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9. Air Fryer Pasta with Cottage Cheese
Source: AdobeStockAn original sweet casserole that's perfect for breakfast.
You will need: 250g pasta, 250g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 3 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp butter, 1 pinch salt.
Preparation: Cook and slightly cool the pasta, whisk the eggs with sugar and salt, and mash the cottage cheese with a fork. Mix all ingredients together, place the mixture into a baking dish greased with butter and sprinkled with breadcrumbs. Cook for 25-30 minutes in the air fryer at 170 degrees Celsius.
10. Air Fryer Pasta with Vegetables
Source: AdobeStockA wonderful quick side dish recipe without milk or eggs.
You will need: 200g pasta, 1 zucchini, 1 bell pepper, 1 tomato, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Thinly slice the vegetables, cook the pasta, and mix everything with olive oil, salt, spices, and aromatic herbs. Bake for 15-20 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.