Healthy Air Fryer Pierogies with Savory Filling

Transform comfort food into a wholesome favorite with these crispy Air Fryer Pierogies. Combining a satisfyingly golden exterior with a tender, flavorful

Equipment

• Air fryer: Circulates high-speed hot air to achieve a deeply crispy exterior without excessive oil.
• Tongs: Allows for safe flipping and removal of hot pierogies without piercing the dough.
• Pastry brush: Distributes a light, even layer of oil for optimal browning.

Ingredients

• 12 frozen potato and cheddar pierogies
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil or light olive oil spray
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (for garnish)
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for high-protein dipping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (380°F) for 3 minutes to ensure an immediate, even sear upon adding the food.
2. Season the pierogies: Place the frozen pierogies in a large bowl, spray lightly with avocado oil, and toss gently with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Arrange in the basket: Transfer the seasoned pierogies into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch or overlap to maintain proper airflow.
4. Initial cook: Cook at 190°C for 6 minutes, listening for a gentle sizzle as the outer dough begins to firm up.
5. Flip for even browning: Open the basket, use tongs to flip each pierogi over, and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until the exterior is deeply golden-brown and crispy.
6. Rest and serve: Remove the pierogies from the air fryer, let them cool for 2 minutes to let the filling settle, garnish with fresh chives, and serve warm with Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Calories: 280 kcal · Protein: 9g · Fat: s: 9g Cholesterol: 15mg · Carbohydrates: 38g · Fiber: 2g · Sugar: 3g · Sodium: 420mg