Instant Pot air fryer baconis a quick and easy way to cook smaller amounts of bacon. Making bacon in the air fryer results in crispy bacon in less than 10 minutes with none of mess and splatter of stovetop bacon.
Place the empty air fryer basket in the air fryer and preheat at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 2 minutes. **
Place the bacon in the air fryer basket without much overlap. Cut the bacon in half if the pieces don't easily fit.
Air fry for 6 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Transfer the bacon to a platter with silicone tongs.
Notes
Note: Every air fryer's cooking time will vary due to wattage, capacity, and other factors. Always check on the food 2 to 3 minutes before the time is up to make sure it's not burning or overcooking!
* Oscar Meyer hardwood smoked bacon was used in this recipe. Nutrition information is for Oscar Meyer hardwood smoked bacon.
Every air fryer will vary. The first time you make this recipe, monitor the bacon and adjust the air frying time as needed.
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