This Air Fryer Flounder recipe is such an easy and delicious way to eat more fish at dinner. The flaky and tender flounder isn't breaded and just has a light coating of olive oil with paprika and Italian Seasoning. This 4-ingredient healthy fish dinner will be on your table in just 15 minutes.
Love air fryer fish recipes? Also, try my Air Fryer Tilapia, Air Fryer Steelhead Trout, and Air Fryer Salmon.
Air Fryer Flounder
This Air Fryer Flounder is such a perfect, easy dinner idea. Coming together in just 15 minutes, you can't beat how simple, tasty, and easy this recipe is. Many flounder recipes coat the fish in breading or flour, but this one keeps it light and diet-friendly with no heavy coatings. You just have some super flavorful seasonings like paprika and Italian Seasoning. Serve it with Air Fryer Baby Potatoes and Air Fryer Broccolini for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Flounder is an underrated fish that is light, tender, and flaky. It's naturally mild and works well with whatever type of seasonings you add. It's budget-friendly, and you can usually find it in the freezer section of your grocery store. Even if you don't love fish, you'll like this! My family loves fish and we enjoy these a few times a month.
This Air Fryer Flounder recipe is one of those great ones that works well for a quick weeknight dinner, or even a special gathering. The air fryer gives you a moist, flaky fish every time with no fuss. You can also customize it with different seasoning blend ideas below.
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Why You'll Love this Air Fryer Flounder recipe...
- This Air Fryer Flounder recipe is so delicious. Just look at how the fish flakes with a fork!
- It's super healthy with no added breading or flour.
- You can customize the seasonings with your personal tastes or whatever else you are cooking for dinner.
- You can get this on the table in less than 15 minutes, start to finish.
- The air fryer is a foolproof way to cook fish. If you aren't much of a chef, this one is for you!
Ingredients:
Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Air Fryer Flounder recipe, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.
- Flounder: Look for fresh or frozen flounder fillets. If the flounder is frozen, thaw it in the fridge overnight. You'll need 4-6 ounce portions, without the skin.
- Olive Oil Spray: I like to use an olive oil spray when cooking in the air fryer to keep the calories down. This is one that I like. You can also drizzle the fish with olive oil or brush on melted butter.
- Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon brings out the flavors of the fish.
- Italian Seasoning: A bit of herb elevates these potatoes to another level! I like using my own Italian Seasoning mix, or you can buy one premade. It's a blend of basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram.
- Paprika: I love the smoky flavor of paprika, making it a great addition to this Air fryer flounder.
- Salt & Black Pepper: To taste
- Garnish: Lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Instructions:
This is an overview of the instructions to make this Air Fryer Flounder, but the full, detailed, printable recipe is below in the recipe card.
- Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels.
- Place the flounder in the air fryer basket and squeeze lemon on top. Spray the fish with olive oil spray. Next, sprinkle paprika and Italian Seasoning on top. You want the fish to be spaced out in the air fryer, and if you are doing more than one serving of this, you will need to cook it in batches. The fish needs to have space around it, like shown below.
- Air fry at 360 degrees for 8-12 minutes.
- The fish will be done when it has a flaky texture and is opaque.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Variations
I love this Air Fryer Flounder recipe as written, but here are some fun variations.
- Make it in the Oven: If you don't have an air fryer, you can make it in the oven. Bake at 400 for about 8-10 minutes.
- Make it Crusty: To give it a crust, pat the piece of fish with Parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs.
- Make it Spicy: Add an extra sprinkle of cayenne pepper to bring up the heat.
- Mix up the Seasoning: You can easily change the seasoning mix or spices to give the air fryer flounder fish a different flavor, depending on the meal you are trying to make. Here are some ideas from my collection of homemade spice blends.
FAQ
Storage & Leftovers
Fish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store any flounder leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheating in the air fryer is recommended for the best results.
Freezing
I don't recommend refreezing the fish after cooking it. It will thaw out soggy if you put it in the freezer.
How long to cook flounder in the air fryer?
Cooking flounder in the air fryer is quick and easy. It should only take 8-12 minutes, about 360 degrees. The fish is done when it is white, opaque, and flakes easily with a fork. It's important to cook fish, but not to overcook it as it easily gets tough inside. The exact time of cooking will vary due to the different air fryers and the thickest part of your fish. If you have an instant-read thermometer, you can use it. For a tender, flaky fish, cook it to an internal temperature of 137 degrees. The FDA recommends 145°F for food safety, but I find that dries out the fish, so it is at your risk.
Air Fryer Flounder
This Air Fryer Flounder recipe is so simple, healthy, and delicious. It's a great choice for seafood lovers. I just love making this for my family, and the twins always polish off their dinner. This fuss-free, easy dinner idea is exactly what us busy moms need.
I know you will love it as much as I do. You can easily turn this into a fresh salad, pasta dish, fish bowl, fish tacos, or wrap, or serve it with a few sides on a traditional dinner plate. My favorite ways to eat it are roasted broccoli and roasted potatoes. Here are a few other ideas to round out your meal.
Serving Suggestions:
- Oven Baked Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges
- Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
- Roasted Garlic Green Beans
- Healthy Broccoli Slaw
- Cheesy Grilled Potatoes in Foil
- Cottage Cheese Alfredo
- Oven Roasted Mushrooms and Broccoli
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Parmesan Ranch Cauliflower
- Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
- Kale Caesar Salad
- Healthy Cole Slaw
- Lemon Garlic Kale
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Air Fryer Flounder
Ingredients
- 2 flounder fillets , 4-6 ounces
- olive oil spray
- 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- garnish: lemon wedges and parsley
- salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat the flounder fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Place the flounder in the air fryer and squeeze lemon on top. Spray the fish with olive oil spray. Next, sprinkle paprika and Italian Seasoning on top.
- Cook at 360 degrees for 8-12 minutes.
- The fish will be done when it is flaky and opaque.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
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