Picky eaters approved! These Trader Joe’s foods make fast lunches and after-school snacks in the air fryer. Mozzarella sticks, mac and cheese bites, mini pizzas, chicken tenders, tots and more. #TraderJoes #KidFriendlyFood #AirFryer #AfterSchoolSnacks

When the kids are hungry right now, the air fryer and a Trader Joe’s freezer stash save the day. These lunches and snacks are quick, crispy, and picky-eater approved. Most are ready in about 10 minutes.

1. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Mozzarella Sticks

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A plate of these makes the easiest lunch ever, done in about 5 to 6 minutes. Serve with marinara.

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2. Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites

All the comfort of mac and cheese in a crunchy, dippable bite. A guaranteed kid favorite.

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3. How To Make Trader Joe’s Pepperoni Pizza In The Air Fryer

Mini pepperoni pizzas in about 7 minutes. Perfect for a fast lunch or a sleepover snack.

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4. Trader Joe’s Breaded Chicken In Air Fryer

Golden air fryer Hardee’s chicken tenders after flipping, crispy and browned

Crispy chicken tenderloins in 10 to 12 minutes at 400°F. Serve with ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch.

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5. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chickenless Crispy Tenders

Crispy air fryer cornbread crusted chicken tenders resting on a wire rack

A plant-based option kids won’t complain about. Ready in 8 to 12 minutes.

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6. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Meatballs

Serve with a little marinara and a side of fruit for a balanced, protein-packed lunch.

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7. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Frozen Potato Tots

Every kid’s favorite side. Crispy at 400°F and great with ketchup.

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8. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Southwest Chicken Quesadillas

Crispy, melty quesadillas straight from frozen. Cut into wedges for little hands.

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9. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Frozen Pretzels

Applebee's Brew Pub Pretzels and beer cheese dip served on a wooden board

A warm, soft after-school snack in about 5 minutes. Add cheese dip for extra fun.

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10. Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Pancake Puffs

Breakfast for lunch! Serve plain with yogurt for dipping.

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Stock the freezer with these Trader Joe’s favorites and you’ll always have a kid-approved lunch ready in minutes. Pin this for school breaks and busy afternoons!