Is an air fryer basket dishwasher safe?
Some air fryer baskets and trays are dishwasher safe, but many nonstick parts should be hand washed unless the manual clearly says the basket, tray, or drawer can go in the dishwasher. Never put the powered air fryer body in the dishwasher.
Updated June 14, 2026
Why
The safe answer depends on the exact removable part and coating: basket, drawer, tray, crisper plate, and rack instructions can differ even within the same air fryer. Dishwasher detergent and rack contact can wear nonstick coatings faster.
Source note
Use the care section in your air fryer manual as the final source. Manufacturers often approve one removable part while excluding another part from the same appliance.
Caveats
- Never submerge or dishwash the powered air fryer body.
- Avoid abrasive pads on nonstick baskets.
- Check whether removable crisping plates, trays, racks, or drawers have separate instructions.
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Nearby removable parts can have different dishwasher instructions.
Some air fryer crisper plates are dishwasher safe, but nonstick-coated plates should be hand washed unless your manual clearly says the crisper plate can go in the dishwasher.
air fryer drawersAir fryer drawers are dishwasher safe only when the manual says the removable drawer or pan is dishwasher safe. Hand wash nonstick drawers when the manual is unclear.
air fryer racksPlain stainless steel air fryer racks are often dishwasher safe, but coated racks, skewer pieces, and accessories with plastic or silicone parts need manual-specific guidance.
air fryer silicone linersMost food-grade silicone air fryer liners are dishwasher safe on the top rack, but check the label and skip heated dry if the liner is thin or printed.
Ninja air fryer basketsMany Ninja air fryer baskets and crisper plates are dishwasher safe, but the answer depends on the exact Foodi or air fryer model. Check the model manual before dishwashing nonstick parts.
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FAQ
Can air fryer baskets and trays go on the bottom rack?
Bottom rack only if the manual allows the removable basket, tray, or drawer; otherwise hand wash
Can you use heated dry?
Dry completely before reinstalling
Can an air fryer basket go in the dishwasher?
Some removable air fryer baskets are dishwasher safe, but only when the manual says that exact basket, tray, drawer, or crisper plate can go in the dishwasher. Hand wash nonstick baskets when the manual is unclear.
Are air fryer trays dishwasher safe?
Some removable air fryer trays are dishwasher safe, but only when the manual says that exact tray, crisper plate, or drawer can go in the dishwasher. Hand wash nonstick trays when the manual is unclear.
Should you hand wash a nonstick air fryer basket?
Yes, hand washing is the safer default for a nonstick air fryer basket when the manual is missing, unclear, or only labels some removable parts dishwasher safe. Warm water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge are less likely to wear the coating.
Can you put an air fryer itself in the dishwasher?
No. Only removable baskets, trays, crisper plates, drawers, or racks can go in the dishwasher, and only when the manual says that exact part is dishwasher safe. Never put the powered air fryer body in the dishwasher.