50 Best Air Fryer Chicken Recipes You Will Love!
We have shared in the past how much we love our air fryer and it now even has its own section on the site for our recipes as we share more and more of them. This post however is dedicated to finding the best air fryer chicken recipe and we struggled to narrow it down. So instead, we are sharing 50 of the best!
Each one of these varies in cooking time, effort and flavours but they are all amazing and give you an option on what cuisine you will enjoy for dinner.
If you are after a little inspiration, why not check out our 50 air fryer recipes below:
50 Best Air Fryer Chicken Recipes You Will Love!
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
Whip up some homemade fried chicken with these Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings! Ready in just 35 minutes, they make the perfect snack, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside! Delicious served with your favourite dipping sauce
The Best Air Fryer Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Try this spicy chicken sandwich for dinner. It’s a crispy, juicy chicken patty made with a spicy batter on a brioche bun and spicy mayo.
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan comes out crispy and perfect every single time with a trick for adding the sauce and cheese you won’t want to miss!
Air Fryer Boneless Wings (with Homemade Buffalo Sauce!)
This air fryer boneless wings recipe tastes boring old boneless skinless chicken breast and turns them into something amazing! The homemade buffalo sauce recipe is better than any sports bar!
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
This Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with no breading recipe uses three simple ingredients and comes together using sliced chicken breasts or chicken tenderloin strips. Perfect air fryer chicken recipe for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs
Perfect for the whole family with simple ingredients. Plus, since you don’t marinate the chicken, it’s on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs (Provencal Style)
These delectable chicken meatballs are both lighter and bursting with Mediterranean flavours. Easily prepared in an air fryer, they're not only quick to make but also perfect for freezing and adding to salads, wraps, or lunch boxes for a convenient meal option.
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Air Fryer Chicken Breast is quick and easy, and results in juicy and tender chicken with a slightly crispy exterior! Seasoned to perfection and perfectly cooked, this juicy chicken can be served with all of your favorite sides for a healthy and protein-packed meal!
Air Fryer Whole Chicken | Primavera Kitchen
Air Fryer Whole Chicken is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly cooked every time! This recipe only takes 5 minutes to prep, and the rest is hands-off thanks to the air fryer.
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
In under 30 minutes, you’ll have the crispiest, most flavorful wings of your life; and the best part is that they came from your own kitchen!
Air Fryer Chicken Legs (Drumsticks)
This recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Legs is the best for perfectly seasoned drumsticks without heavy breading and extra oil. They are juicy on the inside with mouthwatering, crispy, crunchy skin and ready to serve in just 25 minutes.
Mini Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla
These mini air fryer quesadillas are stuffed with salsa verde chicken, bacon, and cheese. Perfect for a midweek meal or as a picky dinner when you have friends over for a game night.
Easy Air Fryer Orange Chicken
This chicken dish is coated in a sweet and sticky citrus sauce, whilst being crispy without the need for cornstarch.
Better than that, it can be on your table in just 20 minutes, perfect for after a busy day at work or school.
Tandoori Chicken Wings
I love the flavours of Indian spices and these Tandoori chicken wings are marinated in Indian spices and yoghurt and then cooked to perfection to allow the crispy outside and juicy interior.
Air frying these wings allows them to cook to perfection and it is perfect for crispy skin.
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets with Homemade Chick Fil A Sauce
Perfect for the whole family, these chicken nuggets bring the bite-size chicken to life with a healthier coating and homemade Chick Fil A Sauce.
Cooked in 9 minutes too in the air fryer, it is a round winner!
Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken Recipe
Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken is crispy chicken coated in a blend of spices, air-fried, served up with your favourite rolls or pickles.
Air Fryer Mini Chicken Pot Pies
Air fryer chicken pot pies are as easy as they are delicious — with tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce and flaky crust. Individually made, making them perfect for the family.
Air Fryer Katsu Curry
Air Fryer Katsu Curry is a meal packed with flavour and texture. A delicious and easy midweek meal that’s always a hit on a school night with minimal fuss and effort.
Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel
This recipe gives you crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside air fryer chicken schnitzel or cutlets made with herbs, parmesan cheese, panko, and served in a creamy cheese and mushroom sauce!
Air Fryer Taquitos
Homemade taquitos in the air fryer are so delicious! This recipe includes instructions for making cheesy beef taquitos and cheesy chicken taquitos, so depending on your preference you can make the perfect meal.
Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Foil Packs Recipe
Cooking a meal in a foil pack is a great way to cook your veggies and meat together, throw in an air fryer and everything becomes so much easier.
This method of cooking keeps your chicken juicy and moist.
Air Fryer Copycat KFC Chicken | Easy Everyday Recipes
If you want a KFC without the cost and calories, check out this recipe.
Packed full of flavour with 11 herbs and spices, this recipe lets you recreate your favourite, without needing to leave the house!
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks (With Lemon Garlic)
Lemon and garlic is a great combination with chicken and this recipe makes perfectly crispy chicken with minimal fuss.
Perfect served with veggies and wedges or great as a cold lunch on the go.
Air Fryer Orange Chicken Meatballs
These juicy bites are packed with the perfect balance of tender chicken, citrusy orange zest, and a savory glaze. Winner winner orange chicken dinner! Ready in less than 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice
We haven't tried fried rice in our air fryer yet but we are going to!
This dish is on the table in less than 20 minutes and is packed with flavours such as soy sauce and ginger, giving you the takeaway taste at a fraction of the cost.
Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
If you are short on time and don't want to make your own popcorn chicken, this recipe will walk you through how to get the perfect popcorn chicken without any effort.
Bacon-Wrapped Boneless Chicken Breast in Air Fryer
This dish reminds me of Hunter's Chicken with the bacon and chicken combo.
With just 3 ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy and can be on the table within 30 minutes, served with your favourite veggies and rice.
Air Fryer General Tso's Chicken
This dish replicated the fried chicken with a sauce that includes classic ingredients like ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. It also has a bold, savoury flavour that includes dried red pepper flakes or dried whole red chiles.
Lemon Pepper Foil Pack Chicken Air Fryer Recipe
If you are looking for a no-frill, delicious, easy foil pack meal, this is it. Grab this recipe for lemon pepper foil pack chicken and cook it up in just half an hour in your air fryer.
Air Fryer Caprese Chicken
In this recipe, the chicken is topped with mozzarella cheese and tomato slices and gets perfectly cooked in the air fryer.
Serve with your favourite salad for the perfect summer dish.
Cranberry Chicken
Coated in a sweet and savory glaze and made in under 30 minutes, this flavorful dinner option will be on the table in the blink of an eye.
Jerk Chicken Drumsticks In Air Fryer (Jerk Chicken Leg)
We couldn't share lots of chicken recipes without featuring one for jerk chicken in the air fryer. These lips-smacking jerk chicken drumsticks are marinated in jerk seasoning and cooked in the air fryer. They are crispy on the outside, moist, and tender on the inside.
Chicken Malai Kabab
Chicken malai kabab is a creamy kabab popularly served as an appetizer at Indian restaurants. It is known for its silky, creamy texture and flavour.
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel: Less Oil More Flavor!
This Schnitzel recipe is an adaptation of the fried version, coating the chicken in panko breadcrumbs and a number of spices.
Served traditionally with a potato salad and veg or salad.
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Buffalo chicken is up there with one of my favourite flavour combinations and these chicken tenders look create. They would work well as a main with salad and chips or even sliced into lunch salads.
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Tacos- Crispy, Crunchy, And Oh-So-Delicious
Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with flavour, air fryer crispy chicken tacos are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish that the whole family will love.
Best Ever Chicken Pesto Sandwich (Skillet or Air Fryer Recipe)
This Chicken Pesto Sandwich is packed full of flavours, featuring juicy, seasoned chicken breasts and rich, herby pesto. Tucked between slices of crispy ciabatta bread and complemented with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and melted Swiss cheese,
Air Fryer Chicken Breasts with Mustard Sauce
These are easy, tender, and juicy air fryer chicken breasts, coated in punchy mustard and tart lemon sauce, and every bite is full of big bold flavours!
Peri Peri Chicken Wings
These delicious and simple peri peri chicken wings combine the popular spices that we all know and love.
Cooking them in the air fryer allows them to have a crispy skin and tender centre.
Air Fryer Lemongrass Chicken Skewers
These lemongrass chicken skewers are perfect paired with your favourite side of rice, salad, or noodles. This recipe is easy and delicious because of the use of chicken thighs in a simple marinade of thinly sliced lemongrass stalks, soy sauce, fish oil, garlic, ginger, and the secret ingredient – brown sugar!
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
Delicious chicken breast rolled with ham and swiss cheese with a creamy sauce to accompany.
Serve with salad for a delicious recipe.
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings that are perfectly crispy on the outside, while tender and juicy on the inside. Seasoned with just the right amount of lemon pepper seasoning, lemon zest, garlic, pink sea salt and black pepper.
Air Fryer Chicken Spiedini
Air fryer chicken spiedini is an Italian dish made with marinated chicken that’s breaded and air-fried until golden crispy. Serve with a delicious homemade amogio sauce.
Brazilian Chicken
Though the flavors get deeper the longer you marinate this Brazillian chicken, it's very good after just a 30 minute soak.
Air Fryer Vietnamese Fish Sauce Chicken Wings (Gluten-free)
Vietnamese Fish Sauce Wings are tender with a crispy crust and irresistible glaze. Cooked in an air fryer for guilt-free finger-licking goodness, free from excess fat and calories.
Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (Shish Kebab)
These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers are deliciously tender and juicy and make the perfect filling for a shish kebab (or kabob)
Air Fryer Chicken Wings - Extra Crispy
Learn the secrets to making Air Fryer Chicken Wings that are extremely crispy. You’ll use less oil, less time, and gain the most deliciously crisp buffalo chicken wings ever. Bonus: these happen to be gluten-free.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Take a long-time personal favorite like fried chicken and turn it healthy with my Air Fryer Fried Chicken Recipe! One of the fabulous things about an air fryer is you can make more healthy options of your favorite foods!
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
You don’t need a ton of ingredients to make this delicious Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe. These thighs are perfectly seasoned and oh so crispy! Tasty, juicy, and so easy, you can cook up these skin-on chicken thighs in 20 minutes!
Air fryer buttermilk fried chicken
Air fryer buttermilk chicken is finger-licking delicious and perfect for serving as a fried chicken sandwich in a brioche bun
Many of these recipes use either chicken pieces or chicken breast and it is worth remembering that with any air fryer chicken breast recipe, the cook time suggested is just a guidance. The size of your chicken breasts may vary from those in the recipe and it is key to make sure that you check they are cooked properly.
For the best results you could use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature and to ensure that they are cooked properly.
Also, if you have any leftovers, allow them to cool and pop them in an airtight container in the fridge. This will be fine to eat cold or can be reheated within 48 hours, but please make sure you are cooking it thoroughly if you reheat it to ensure you do not make yourself poorly.
Tips for cooking chicken in the air fryer
If you are new to having an air fryer or you have not cooked fresh chicken in there, it may be a little daunting but it doesn’t have to be.
Here are some tips for cooking chicken in the air fryer:
- Prep the chicken: Start by patting the chicken dry with paper towels and seasoning it with your desired spices or marinade. This helps to ensure a flavorful end result.
- Use the right temperature: Chicken is best cooked at around 375-400°F (190-200°C) in the air fryer. Cooking at a high temperature helps to create a crispy exterior while keeping the inside juicy. If you cook it too hot though you will find that it will dry out.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Make sure to arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overcrowding. This allows the hot air to circulate around the chicken for even cooking.
- Flip halfway through: Depending on the thickness of the chicken pieces, it’s a good idea to flip them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning on both sides.
- Check for doneness: Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. Chicken is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest before serving: Allow the cooked chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps to retain the juices and ensures a more succulent chicken.
- Experiment with different cuts: Air fryers are versatile and can cook various cuts of chicken, from breasts and thighs to wings and drumsticks. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness and type of cut.
Hopefully this post will provide you with a little inspiration to get you started and I would love for you to leave a comment if you give any of these a go!
These all sound delicious – easier to make than o thought