Frozen Pierogies In Air Fryer

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Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Pierogies are super easy and quick to whip up in less than 10 minutes, making them great for lunch, weeknight dinners, snacks, or anytime you want some comfort food.

Post includes Weight Watchers points.

top down view of two plates filled with air fryer frozen pierogies

Can You Cook Frozen Pierogies In An Air Fryer

You absolutely can!!!!! They come out perfectly crispy on the outside yet fluffy soft inside. A little bit of oil sprayed on them, and a few minutes in the air fryer and they are ready to eat.

These Air Fryer Pierogies are classic comfort food at its best, and make a fast, convenient, and really easy family-friendly weeknight dinner, after school snack, movie night or game day treat and more and can be served with a million sides and dips.

The bonus is that you don’t need to thaw these before cooking. #zeroprep They are perfectly cooked and much healthier alternative to deep frying.

Just as easy as these Air Fryer Frozen Burritos, Air Fryer Frozen Corndogs, easy Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli, really crispy Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks, and the BEST ever Air Fryer Frozen Waffle Fries.

close up view of a plate of cooked air fryer frozen pierogies topped with sour cream and green onions

What Are Pierogies

Pierogies are really awesome half-moon shaped dumplings made with unleavened dough that’s stuffed with either a sweet filling or a savory filling. These Polish food and Eastern Europe staples can be filled with things like meat, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, lentils, etc. along with sweet treats like cream cheese, curd cheese, etc.

These stuffed dumplings are usually first boiled before being fried and served. The Air Fryer makes it really easy to cut out all that work and extra time by starting with frozen pierogies.

Feel free to check out all the other Air Fryer Frozen Foods on this site.

Why Make This Recipe

  • Quick and easy – great weeknight dinner or snack as they are ready in less than 15 minutes.
  • Really crispy – these crisp up perfectly in the Air fryer.
  • Healthier – air frying them means they are lower in calories since these are not deep fried.
  • Kid-friendly – kids big and small love them!
  • Budget Friendly – just grab that affordable pack from the freezer section next time you go shopping.

Ingredient notes

This recipe uses store-bought frozen pierogies (the regular size) that have not been thawed. They have been cooked from frozen (aka straight from the freezer). Mini pierogies would cook for a little less time. Use your favorite brand with your favorite filling. Air fry frozen pierogies really easily. You can try mrs t’s Pierogies.

a plate filled with cooked frozen pierogies in air fryer

How Do I Cook Frozen Pierogies In An Air Fryer

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
  2. Take frozen pierogies out of the package, spray both sides with olive oil or cooking spray and place them into the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
  3. Air fry for 8-11 minutes until done, turning over halfway of the way through the cooking time.
  4. Remove from air fryer and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Chef’s Tip: Since air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, this recipe includes a range of suggested cook times. I recommend starting with less time, checking for doneness, and then adding more time as needed.

image collage showing the steps for making air fryer frozen pierogies

How To Make These In The Instant Pot

  • Spray the Instant Pot insert with a little oil or non stick cooking spray. 
  • Spray both sides of the Pierogies with olive oil or cooking spray and add them in a single layer.
  • Be sure to leave space so the air can get in between them to cook evenly. 
  • Place the air fryer lid on the Instant Pot, set to 400F /200C and cook for 12-16 minutes, turning over halfway through the cooking time. Enjoy pierogies warm.

Top Tips

  • These will be golden and puffy when done.
  • For the best results do not overcrowd the air fryer basket so that the hot air circulates around all sides. Do not stack them.
  • The amount you can fit in depends on the size of your air fryer basket or tray. Cook in batches if necessary
  • For the best results, flip the pierogies about half way through cooking.
  • The inside of the pierogies gets quite hot, so let them cool down a little bit before you dig in.
  • You may need to cook for a few minutes more if you want them crispier pierogies.

Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.

close up view of the completed air fryer frozen pierogies inside the air fryer basket

Storage

  • Store – Store any cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in a refrigerator.
  • Reheat – In a preheated air fryer for about 2 minutes at 400F / 200C.
  • Freeze – I don’t recommend freezing this recipe, since you are already starting from frozen.
a plate of the finished air fryer frozen pierogies topped with sour cream and green onions

Air Fryer Frozen Pierogies Time

Cooking times depend entirely on the size of the frozen perogies and the temperature. Based on a 400F / 200C temperature you should cook;

  • Regular-sized frozen pierogies for 8-10 minutes.
  • Fresh shelf staple pierogies for 6-9 minutes.
  • If the don’t cook enough for your liking, then cook for a further 2 minutes.
top down view of the cooked frozen pierogies in the air fryer basket

FAQS

How To Make Sure The Pierogies Are Crispy

First, you want to make sure that you don’t overcrowd the basket so that the hot air circulates. Also, make sure not to stack them. Then you might want to cook them for a few minutes more.

How Long To Cook Frozen Mini Pierogies s In Air Fryer

Keep the temperature the same but cook for about 3 minutes less.

Do I Need To Thaw These First

Nope. That is the beauty of this recipe. You cook them straight from the freezer. No pre-planning is required.

one air fryer pierogie being picked up with tongs

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Serving Suggestions

You can serve these with sour cream, caramelized onions, green onions etc. Alternatively you can serve these with:

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Weight Watchers Points

There are 6 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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Air Fryer Frozen Pierogies

Cook frozen pierogies in air fryer for an easy and delicious snack or appetizer!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Western
Servings: 4
Calories: 220kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 13 ounces (364g) 1 package of frozen pierogies

Instructions

  • Preheat your Air Fryer to 400F / 200C.
  • Take frozen pierogies out of the packet, lightly spray both sides with oil or cooking spray, and add them into the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
  • Cook for 8-11 minutes until done, turning over halfway through the cooking time.
  • Remove from air fryer, allow to cool slighty, and serve.
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Notes

  • The pierogies will be golden and puffy when done.
  • For the best results do not overcrowd the air fryer basket so that the hot air circulates around all sides. Do not stack them.
  • The amount of pierogies you can fit in depends on the size of your air fryer basket or tray. Cook in batches if necessary
  • For the best results, flip the pierogies about halfway through cooking.
  • The inside of the pierogies gets quite hot, so let them cool down a little bit before you dig in.
  • You may need to cook for a few minutes more if you want them crispier.
  • Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.
  • There are 6 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 220mg | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

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