Air Fryer Eggs with Onions
Quick savory air-fried eggs topped with sweet caramelized onions create a flavorful and easy breakfast or brunch dish perfect for toast or muffins.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer for cooking onions and eggs
- 2 small oven-safe dishes or silicone egg cups for air frying eggs
- 1 small bowl for mixing onions
Ingredients
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon sugar optional
- Pinch black pepper
- 4 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives optional, for garnish
- Toasted bread or English muffins optional, for serving
- Avocado slices optional
- Hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, toss the sliced onion with olive oil or butter, salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
- Spread the onions in a thin layer in the air fryer basket or tray.
- Air fry the onions for 10–12 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway, until golden, soft, and caramelized. Lower heat to 320°F (160°C) if browning too fast.
- Lightly oil small oven-safe dishes or silicone egg cups.
- Crack 2 eggs into each dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Air fry the eggs at 320–340°F (160–170°C) for 7–10 minutes, depending on desired yolk consistency.
- Spoon warm caramelized onions over the cooked eggs.
- Serve eggs topped with onions on toasted bread or English muffins, adding avocado, fresh herbs, or hot sauce as desired.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd onions for even caramelization.
- Add cheese during last 2–3 minutes of egg cooking for extra flavor.
- Include mushrooms or bell peppers with onions for variety.
- Pair with bacon or sausage for a hearty meal.