Skip the delivery fees! Make a Chinese-takeout-style night at home with Trader Joe’s and your air fryer. Orange chicken, honey walnut shrimp, fried rice, potstickers, wontons and dessert. #TraderJoes #FakeoutTakeout #AirFryer #EasyDinner

Why order in when Trader Joe’s has a whole takeout menu in the freezer aisle? The air fryer makes these crispier than delivery ever arrives. Pick a main, a side, an appetizer, and finish with banana fritters for dessert.

1. Trader Joe’s Mandarin Orange Chicken in the Air Fryer

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The king of Trader Joe’s takeout. About 10 minutes at 400°F straight from frozen, then tossed in that sweet citrus sauce.

Get the recipe: Trader Joe’s Mandarin Orange Chicken in the Air Fryer

2. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Honey Walnut Shrimp

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Crispy shrimp, sweet sauce, and crunchy walnuts. A restaurant favorite you can make in minutes.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Honey Walnut Shrimp

3. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Chicken Teriyaki

Juicy air fryer BBQ chicken breast with caramelized barbecue sauce on a white plate

Sweet and savory teriyaki chicken, air fried at 370°F and tossed in sauce. Serve over rice.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Chicken Teriyaki

4. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Tempura Chicken

Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Chicken

Light, crispy tempura chicken is one of the fastest dinners in the Trader Joe’s freezer.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Tempura Chicken

5. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Shiitake Mushroom Chicken

Crispy chicken with savory shiitake mushrooms, ready at 400°F. A great alternative to your usual takeout order.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Shiitake Mushroom Chicken

6. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Fried Rice

The perfect side for any of these mains. The air fryer is a surprisingly great way to make it.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Fried Rice

7. Trader Joe’s Potstickers in the Air Fryer

Crispy golden Trader Joe's potstickers in the air fryer basket with soy dipping sauce

Crispy potstickers without the skillet. Serve with soy, chili sauce, or a ginger-soy dip.

Get the recipe: How to Cook Trader Joe’s Potstickers in the Air Fryer

8. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Cilantro Wontons

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wontons – Crispy wontons stuffed with spicy buffalo chicken and melty cheese. The perfect easy appetizer for parties, game day, or snacking!

Crispy outside, juicy chicken and cilantro filling inside. 8 to 10 minutes at 375°F.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Cilantro Wontons

9. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Vegetable Bird’s Nests

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Crispy shredded veggie nests make a fun, crunchy side for your takeout spread.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Vegetable Bird’s Nests

10. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Thai Banana Fritters

End the night on a sweet note. Serve hot with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Thai Banana Fritters

Your next takeout night is in the Trader Joe’s freezer aisle. Pin this menu and skip the delivery app!