Whether you’re a whiz in the kitchen or just winging it, these 11 convection oven recipes are about to become your new go-tos. Have you ever felt like your cooking experiments were more like kitchen fails?
With a convection oven, those days are over, as even heat distribution is a game changer. So buckle up, because you’re about to dive into a world where every dish comes out just right, thanks to the magic of circulated hot air.
1. Christmas Magic Bars
Consider your Christmas wishes granted with these utterly delicious magic bars. Offering a symphony of seven delightful layers, you’ll feel holiday cheer with each bite. If a sweet craving hits, these bars will satisfy it like nothing else can.
Imagine a buttery crust topped with cherries, coconut flakes, and chocolate chip cookies, all made extra sweet and ooey-gooey with sweetened condensed milk.
2. Roasted Red Potatoes
As an ideal side dish, roasted potatoes go well with pretty much anything you can think of. Not only are they scrumptious, but they offer a hearty serving as well. Feel free to pair these potatoes with any main course to complete your meal.
You’ll infuse these spuds with minced garlic, olive oil, and salt for this particular dish. This seemingly simple flavor combo might just wow you! Expect your tastebuds to have their minds blown.
3. Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Traditional French fries may be crispier, but these sweet potato fries win hands down in the flavor department. If a sweet and salty combination sends your tastebuds soaring, these fries are bound to become a new favorite.
Besides salt and pepper, these fries are also seasoned with smoked paprika, offering an irresistible punch. Expect these spuds to seriously deliver.
4. Smashed Potatoes
Think of these smashed potatoes as a love child between mashed and roasted. By squashing the potatoes, you’ll get an awesome texture featuring a big, crispy surface and a soft interior.
The taste of these spuds is immaculate even with minimal seasoning, so salt and pepper are all you really need. Expect the results to be sheer perfection.
5. French Fries
While it’s hard to top the pure bliss of classic deep-fried French fries, adults know smarter food choices must be made from time to time. As such, you can enjoy your favorite fries often without sacrificing your health with this baked recipe.
Not to worry, this dish has everything needed to make baked fries every bit as crispy and delicious as the real deal. Expect a healthy helping of goodness with this great alternative.
6. Peanut Butter Cookies
With these cookies, you’ll reach peak peanut butter perfection! The batter is infused with peanut butter, plus they’re crammed full of chopped peanut butter cups. I’m here to tell you, the peanut butter flavor is strong with these guys.
As these will be cooked in the convection oven, you can double the recipe and bake at once. Trust me, you’ll want to make extra.
7. Chocolate Chip Cookies
Do you want to make chocolate chip cookies as amazing and decadent as the famous ones from Levain? Here’s the recipe you’ve been waiting for.
You’ll get a seriously impressive version of the famous Levain cookies with this copycat recipe. They’re bigger and taller than most cookies you’ve seen, and they’re completely stuffed with chocolate bits. Yum!
8. Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken
If you need dinner inspiration, this recipe is your ticket to a great meal. This is no ordinary roasted chicken. This chicken distinguishes itself with flavorful skin and juicy meat.
Really, how can you go wrong with herbs, garlic, and butter all mixed together? Culinary geniuses and novices alike know that this formula is a recipe for success.
9. Convection Oven Chicken Wings
Do you aspire to party host superstardom for the next Super Bowl? Make these irresistibly crispy chicken wings. To achieve the right texture, incorporate baking powder into the coating.
Trust me on this one. Then, roast the wings in a single layer for about 45 minutes, flipping every 10–15 minutes to ensure they’re crispy on each side. This recipe can’t miss.
10. Roasted Vegetables
Roasting is my favorite way to prep veggies, as it packs them with flavor. The natural sugars come out, and a crispy, caramelized crust develops.
Regardless of whether it’s cauliflower or broccoli, carrots or potatoes, Brussels sprouts or asparagus, they’ll all roast for the same amount of time. Veggies have never tasted so good.
11. Baked Chicken Nuggets
Confession: I’m obsessed with chicken nuggets. They are a beloved childhood staple, and I still can’t get enough as an adult. However, I now like to make this healthier version, which is every bit as yummy.
You’ll coat the chicken pieces in parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, then roast until they’re golden and crispy. All the right textures and flavors are present, but since you’re not frying them, you can indulge with zero guilt.