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Air Fryer Banquet Backyard BBQ Meal
Cooking Banquet Backyard BBQ Meal in the air fryer ensures evenly heated, tender BBQ meat with a perfectly warmed side dish. This method provides a quick and efficient way to enjoy a smoky, flavorful meal without using an oven or microwave.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Tender, flavorful BBQ meat cooked evenly
Perfectly heated sides without drying out
No oven or microwave required—just a quick and easy air fryer method
Delivers a smoky, delicious BBQ meal with minimal effort
Ingredients
1 Banquet Backyard BBQ Meal (frozen)
Cooking spray or parchment liner (to prevent sticking)
Optional Add-Ons & Extras:
Extra BBQ sauce for a richer flavor
Cracked black pepper or smoked paprika for added depth
Hot sauce or honey BBQ sauce for a different flavor twist
Coleslaw or cornbread for a classic BBQ side
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures even heating while keeping the BBQ meat tender and flavorful.
Step 2: Prepare the Frozen Meal
Remove the meal from the box and plastic film, keeping the food inside its tray.
Separate the BBQ meat from the sides to ensure even cooking. Place the BBQ meat directly in the air fryer basket.
Cover the sides with foil to prevent them from overcooking or drying out.
Step 3: Air Fry the BBQ Meat & Sides
BBQ Meat Only: Cook at 375°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway through for even heating.
Sides: After 6 minutes of cooking, place the sides in the air fryer on a small air fryer-safe dish and continue cooking for another 4-6 minutes until fully heated.
Caramelized BBQ Sauce: Brush the BBQ meat with extra sauce in the last 2 minutes of cooking for a bolder flavor.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
Carefully remove the BBQ meat and sides from the air fryer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before eating.
Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce, black pepper, or a side of cornbread.
How to Serve This Backyard BBQ Meal
Classic BBQ Plate: Serve with coleslaw and baked beans.
Smoky Upgrade: Sprinkle with smoked paprika or chipotle powder.
Sweet & Spicy Kick: Drizzle with hot honey or sriracha BBQ sauce.
Pro Tips for Best Results
Flip the BBQ meat halfway through cooking to ensure even heating.
Cover the sides with foil so they don’t overcook before the meat is done.
For extra saucy BBQ, brush with additional BBQ sauce in the last 2 minutes.
Want extra flavor? Sprinkle with garlic powder, black pepper, or smoked salt before air frying.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Based on Package Data)
Calories: 460
Protein: 18g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fat: 16g
Sodium: 1,120mg
Fiber: 4g
Smoky, tender Banquet Backyard BBQ Meal made in the air fryer! No microwave needed—just a flavorful, perfectly air-fried BBQ meal with tender meat and delicious sides in minutes.
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