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Using the Air Fry Feature on KitchenAid Range or Oven

What is an Air Fryer oven?

An air fryer oven is simply a convection oven that has a built-in air frying feature that makes air frying in your oven easy. Convection fans will circulate hot air very quickly around the surface of the food, which will, in turn, crisp it up to a delicious, golden crust.

Depending on the model of your KitchenAid range or oven, you can access this feature in two different ways:

Through the KitchenAid mobile app.
Through the controls on the appliance.

Benefits of using the Air Fry feature include:

Convenience - Using a convection oven or an oven with air frying capabilities removes the need for another appliance that takes up counter space.
Easy to clean up - Air fryers typically require cleaning the basket and the pullout compartment that the food goes in after every use instead of just using a sheet pan in a convection oven.
Crispy results—Air frying in your convection oven will give you satisfyingly crispy food, especially if you use dark cookware or a perforated basket.
Cook larger batches at once - Since most air fryers don’t have the same capacity as convection ovens, you’ll be able to cook more food at once than with a countertop air fryer, where you might have to cook in batches depending on the number of servings.

How to Purchase

The Oven Air Fry Basket—W11548747—is an optional accessory. It uses little to no oil and fits on standard baking sheets with a stainless steel mesh design. The Air Fry Basket is not required but is recommended for best results.

Part can be purchased at KitchenAid Purchase Genuine Parts.

Air Fry Common Questions

How can I get the Air Fry feature?

Some freestanding ranges and wall ovens will automatically come with the air fry feature. Owners of specific models that can be connected can connect their appliance to receive the feature via an OTA (over-the-air update). Please refer to the Owner's Manual for specifics on your model.

What is the best rack position to use?

To ensure proper air circulation and air fry results, use the following guidelines for a typical oven cavity:

For ovens with five rack positions, use rack position 3.
For ovens with seven rack positions, use rack position 4.

NOTE: Rack placement will vary depending on cavity size and other factors, please reference your Owner's Manuals for specific instructions.

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Should I place a tray under the air fry basket?

To help prevent food dripping, a tray or sheet pan should be placed under the air fry basket. The tray can be placed on the same rack or the rack below.