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    Air Fryer Fish Sticks

    Published: Mar 5, 2021 · Modified: Feb 19, 2023 by Erin Carter · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Air fryer fish sticks are the best! They are so quick and easy to make because they are cooked from frozen. They turn out perfectly crispy and delicious and are healthier than deep fried fish sticks. They're a kid-friendly meal that will taste like you ordered fast food.

    A cooked fish stick being dipped into a jar of tartar sauce.

    Why you will love this recipe:

    • Air fried fish sticks turn out so crisp and delicious! No soggy fish sticks here. 
    • They are really easy to make and are ready in under 15 minutes.
    • These fish sticks are cooked from frozen, making them even easier to make.
    • The clean up is so simple and easy.
    • Because you don't have to deep fry the fish fingers, they are healthier than getting fast food fish sticks. 
    • Kids love these air fryer frozen fish sticks!
    • This cooking method also works for gluten free air fryer fish sticks. 

    Taste and texture:

    These cooked fish fingers have a perfectly crispy outer coating, and then the fish inside turns out flaky, tender and so moist. Add a squeeze of lemon or your favourite spices before serving to give them even more flavour.

    Ingredients and substitutions:

    • Frozen fish sticks - you can use homemade or store bought fish sticks, whichever you prefer. Any brand of frozen breaded fish sticks will work including Gorton's fish sticks, Great Value fish sticks, Costco fish sticks, Mrs. Paul's fish sticks, and Fisher Boys fish sticks. 
    • Spray oil (this is optional depending on the type of air fryer that you have) - I prefer using avocado oil for this but you can also use olive oil. 
    • Fresh lemons (also optional) - to give these fish sticks a fresh squeeze of lemon juice once they've finished cooking. 

    How to cook:

    Put the frozen fish sticks on the tray of your air fryer and cook them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes.

    Frozen fish sticks on an air fryer tray.

    Chef's tips and variations:

    • Every model of air fryer is different so you may have to adjust the cooking times slightly depending on the model that you have.
    • You can cook fish sticks in any model of air fryer, including the Ninja foodie air fryer. 
    • When placing the frozen fish sticks on the trays or basket of your air fryer, put them in a single layer, do not overlap them or they won't cook properly.
    • Depending on the size of the fish sticks you use, you may have to adjust the cooking time.
    • The fish sticks on the lower rack will take a couple extra minutes to cook compared to the ones on the top rack.
    • If food tends to stick to your air fryer, spray the basket or trays with a cooking oil such as avocado oil or olive oil before placing the fish sticks on them.

    Serving ideas for fish sticks:

    • Turn these into air fryer fish and chips by serving them with air fryer French fries.
    • Dip them in tartar sauce or my lemon dill aioli.
    • Pair them with a salad such as a Caesar salad, healthy broccoli salad, or homemade coleslaw.
    • Squeeze a little fresh lemon on the cooked fish sticks before serving them.

    How to store:

    If you have leftover cooked fish sticks, store them in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. 

    How to reheat:

    If you have any leftover fish sticks, simply reheat them in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

    A plate of cooked fish sticks with tartar sauce and sliced lemons.

    Frequently asked questions:

    How long do you air fry frozen fish sticks?

    It takes 12-15 minutest to air fry frozen fish sticks at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

    How long do you air fry Gorton's fish sticks?

    According to the package directions you air fry Gorton's fish sticks for 7-10 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Can you reheat fish sticks in an air fryer?

    Absolutely. To reheat fish sticks in an air fryer after they've been cooked, heat them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 2-4 minutes.

    Do I have to preheat my air fryer?

    For this recipe you do not need to preheat your air fryer. If you do choose to preheat it, subtract a few minutes of cooking time from these fish sticks. 

    Other air fryer recipes you will love: 

    • Air Fryer Salmon Cakes
    • Air Fryer Hamburgers
    • Air Fryer Pork Belly
    • Air Fryer Chicken Wings

    Since you made it this far we are basically best friends so be sure to follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok and Facebook where I share even more recipes and healthy living tips! And don’t forget to leave this recipe a star review before you go!

    Recipe

    Air Fryer Fish Sticks

    Fish sticks cooked in the air fryer turn out crispy and delicious and take less than 15 minutes to cook from frozen!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Fish, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic
    Prep Time: 1 minute minute
    Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 469kcal
    Author: Dr. Erin Carter

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • frozen fish sticks

    Optional

    • spray oil (such as avocado oil or olive oil)
    • fresh lemons

    Instructions

    • Place the frozen fish sticks on the tray of your air fryer and cook at 400F for 12-15 minutes.

    Optional

    • If food tends to stick to your air fryer racks or trays, spray them with oil before placing the fish sticks on them.
    • Squeeze some fresh lemon juice on the fish sticks once cooked before serving.

    Notes

    1. When placing the frozen fish sticks on the trays or basket of your air fryer, put them in a single layer, do not overlap them. 
    2. Depending on the size of the fish sticks you use, you may have to adjust the cooking time.
    3. The fish sticks on the lower rack will take a couple extra minutes to cook compared to the ones on the top rack.
    4. If food tends to stick to your air fryer, spray the basket or trays with a cooking oil such as avocado oil or olive oil before placing the fish sticks on them.
    5. Nutritional values will vary depending on the type of fish sticks you use. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 469kcal | Protein: 104g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 320mg | Sodium: 2060mg | Potassium: 1598mg | Vitamin A: 41IU | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg
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