Published Date: November 24, 2022
Category: Air Fryer Appetizers
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Comforting and satisfying, Air Fryer Pierogies are a wonderful dish! Air-fried to a delicious golden brown and topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and rich sour cream, this recipe is drool-worthy!
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🛒 Air Fryer Pierogies Ingredients
- Frozen Pierogies
- Bacon
- Cheese, optional
- Sour Cream, optional
- Parsley, optional
*see recipe card for detailed amounts
How to Make Frozen Pierogies in the Air Fryer
- Cook the bacon by laying the strips in the air fryer and air frying for 6 minutes at 360°F. Flip each piece and cook for another 5-6 minutes until crispy. Set the strips aside to cool, then crumble while the pierogies cook.
- Next, place the frozen pierogies in the air fryer, fitting as many as possible without overlapping or crowding the basket. Then, lightly spray the tops of each with cooking oil.
- Air fry at 400°F for 6 minutes, flip each one, then lightly spray with cooking oil. Air fry for another 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Optional Step: Open the air fryer basket and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the pierogies, then air fryer for an additional 3 minutes at 350°F or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the air fryer and top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chopped parsley.
Helpful Notes:
- There are so many delicious pierogies, so use whichever kind you prefer.
- These are especially good topped with caramelized onions.
- Pierogies are fast, easy, and filling, making for a great weeknight meal or potluck dish!
Storage and Reheating Instructions:
Air Fryer Pierogies store well and make for great leftovers!
IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
IN THE FREEZER: Place pierogies in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: To reheat, place pierogies in the air fryer and heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes at 400°F.
FAQS
What do I serve with frozen pierogies?
This dish is excellent served with caramelized onions, sauerkraut, and salad.
What kind of frozen pierogies do I use in this recipe?
Potato and cheese are the most traditional perogies, but use whatever kind you like best.
What are pierogies?
Pierogies are boiled dumplings with a sweet or savory filling. This type is originally from Poland and is traditionally topped with bacon, sour cream, and onions.
Try Some of My Other Favorite Air Fryer Comfort Food Recipes
Whip up these easy Air Fryer Pierogies and have a delightful meal in less than 30 minutes! Tasty pierogies topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and sour cream is the perfect comfort meal any time of year.
EQUIPMENT
- Air Fryer
- Pan
INGREDIENTS
- 16 oz frozen perogies
- 5 strips bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese, optional
- 1/2 cup sour cream, optional
- chopped parsley, optional
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the bacon by laying the strips in the air fryer and air frying for 6 minutes at 360°F. Flip each piece and cook for another 5-6 minutes until crispy. Set the strips aside to cool, then crumble while the perogies cook.
- Next, place the frozen perogies in the air fryer, fitting as many as possible without overlapping or crowding the basket. Then, lightly spray the tops of each with cooking oil.
- Air fry at 400°F for 6 minutes, flip each one, then lightly spray with cooking oil. Air fry for another 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Optional Step: Open the air fryer basket and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the perogies, then air fryer for an additional 3 minutes at 350°F or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the air fryer and top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chopped parsley.
NOTES
- There are so many delicious pierogies, so use whichever kind you prefer.
- These are especially good topped with caramelized onions.
- Pierogies are fast, easy, and filling, making for a great weeknight meal or potluck dish!
NUTRITION
Calories: 487kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 14gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 805mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 284IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 2mg
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