If you're as obsessed with your air fryer as I am, you'll love this roundup of my 12 best air fryer chicken recipes that make weeknight dinners so much easier (and crispier)!
I use my air fryer almost daily because it cooks faster than traditional oven, crisps up food perfectly, and involves less clean-up, which is perfect for my busy lifestyle.
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Why You'll Love These Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
- Crispy without deep frying: The air fryer gives you golden, caramelized edges with just a little oil.
- Weeknight fast: Most of these are on the table in 30 minutes or less.
- Big flavor: Honey butter, gochujang, lemongrass, char siu, and more, so you never get bored.
- Easy cleanup: No oil splatter on the stove, and the basket goes right in the dishwasher.
My 12 Best Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
These are my 12 best air fryer chicken recipes but my personal favorite is Honey Butter Chicken and I make it at least once a week for dinner.
Herman's Tips for Crispy, Juicy Air Fryer Chicken
- Use chicken thighs when you can: They stay juicy even if you cook them a minute too long.
- Don't crowd the basket: Cook in a single layer with space in between so the hot air can circulate.
- Check the temperature: Chicken is done at 165°F, so a quick check with an instant-read thermometer takes the guessing out.
- Add sticky sauces at the end: Honey and sugar-based glazes can burn, so toss the chicken in sauce after it's cooked.
The Air Fryer I Use and Love
If you're in the market for a new air fryer, this is the one I use for every recipe on this list: Cosori 9-in-1 Air Fryer, Compact and Large 6-Qt. It's roomy enough for a full batch of chicken thighs and crisps everything evenly.
Other Easy Air Fryer Recipes to Try!
Still hungry after these 12? Browse all my easy air fryer recipes, including salmon, pork, and even mochi, for more crispy dinners and snacks!
Randy Blaset says
de gerechten en smaken zijn heerlijk , ik houw van zeer pittig eten allen moet ik een balans vinden voor iedereen, want als ik proef vindt ik het meestal flauw en dan maak ik het weer te pittig voor een ander. Maar bij elkaar zijn het TOP GERECHTEN EN SMAKEN
Herman Chan says
Thanks!