Crispy Air Fryer Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas

Crispy, tangy, and perfectly golden — pub-style comfort made easy at home!

You don’t need a deep fryer (or a trip to England) to enjoy the classic comfort of fish and chips! This air fryer version gives you that same satisfying crunch and flavor—without the mess or extra oil. The secret? A coating made from crushed salt & vinegar chips that delivers a zippy tang and crispy texture you’ll fall in love with.

And because no British-inspired plate is complete without mushy peas, we’re making those too—fresh, bright, and lemony, ready in minutes right in your air fryer or microwave.

💡 Tips from My Kitchen

• Use salt & vinegar chips for that authentic British tang, or swap for plain chips if you prefer mild flavor.
• To keep your fish extra crispy, don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
• Pair it with tartar sauce or malt vinegar for the full experience.
• The mushy peas make a great side for grilled chicken or roasted veggies, too!

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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy without deep frying
• Fresh, fast, and full of flavor
• Easy cleanup — one air fryer and a couple of bowls
• Classic comfort food with a modern twist

Print your Air fryer Fish & Chips w Mushy Peas recipe here:

Air Fryer Fish & Chips w/ Mushy Peas

Ingredients: 

• 2 large egg whites 
• 4 cups crushed salt and vinegar potato chips, crushed 
• 1 ½ pounds cod fillets, cut into 3-inch pieces 
• 1 TBSP olive oil
• 16 oz. canned sweet peas, or frozen sweet peas, thawed 
• 1 tsp. grated lemon zest plus 2 TBSP juice 
• Salt and pepper (omit salt if using canned peas)

 

Directions: 

1. 1. Heat air fryer to 400°F. 
   2. In shallow bowl, beat egg whites and 1 tablespoon water. 
   3. Place chips in second shallow bowl. Dip fish in egg whites, letting excess drip off, then in crushed chips, pressing gently to help adhere. 
   4. Spray air fryer basket with olive oil, arrange fish in basket, and air-fry until fish is golden brown and opaque throughout, 10 minutes. 
   5. Meanwhile, time to cook the peas
      1. Microwave: In bowl, microwave peas on medium 2 minutes. Toss with lemon zest and juice, 1 tablespoon oil, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper, then mash. 
      2. Air Fryer: Preheat top section of your air fryer if you have it to 350°F. Cook on the air fry setting for 7 minutes then add the lemon juice oil and salt and pepper. Continue to cook 3-5 minutes or until the peas are warmed through. Add the zest and mash.

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