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19 Air Fryer Chicken Recipes You Should Try

Are you looking for some air fryer chicken recipes?

Look no further; below are some of my favourite chicken recipes for making in an air fryer.

Air-frying chicken is a great way to get that crispy texture without using much oil.

Check out these easy chicken air fryer recipes for some inspiration. You’re sure to find a recipe you love!

You can convert many chicken recipes to cook in an air fryer. Below are some of my favourites.

Sliced Moroccan style air fryer chicken breasts
Juicy, flavour-packed Moroccan-inspired chicken breast made in the air fryer! Use Ras El Hanout or a simple homemade spice blend for a quick and easy dinner. Perfect served with couscous, in wraps, or sliced over salads.
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Tasty chicken breasts smothered in garlic butter, cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
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chicken kebabs with vegetables
If you like kebabs you'll love cooking them in an air fryer! Try out these chicken kebabs with all your favourite vegetables, it's a quick and simple air fryer recipe 🙂
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chicken tikka drumsticks in air fryer
These air fryer chicken tikka drumsticks are deliciously crispy and full of flavour. With only a few ingredients, you'll soon be enjoying these tasty drumsticks.
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air fryer chicken wings
Air fryer chicken wings are quick and easy to prepare and taste great dipped in your favourite wing sauce!
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chicken satay in an air fryer
This chicken satay is quick to prepare and comes out full of flavour in an air fryer!
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chicken and vegetables in air fryer basket
Chicken fajitas only take 10 to 15 minutes to make in an air fryer, and they taste delicious 🙂
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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

chicken nuggets in the air fryer
This quick and easy air fryer teriyaki chicken uses just a few simple ingredients. The chicken is marinated in teriyaki sauce and air fried until juicy and lightly caramelised. Perfect served with rice, noodles or vegetables for an easy meal.
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air fryer chicken thighs
Smoky, gently spiced chicken thighs cooked in the air fryer until crispy on the outside and juicy inside. An easy midweek option that’s perfect with rice, wraps or salad.
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A bold and smoky peri peri whole chicken cooked in the air fryer until the skin is deeply flavoured and the meat is juicy and tender. This easy recipe uses a simple spice paste and minimal prep, making it perfect for an effortless midweek dinner or weekend roast-style meal.
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honey mustard chicken thighs on a plate next to an air fryer
Chicken thighs taste amazing when they are cooked in the air fryer, and the additional honey and mustard marinade adds another dimension to the flavour – try them out!
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Enjoy this hot pepper and lemon chicken recipe for your air fryer. This one uses a handful of spices combined with lemon, honey, vinegar and olive oil.
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close up of air fried chicken thighs with skin on cooked in harissa and honey
These Air Fryer Harissa Honey Chicken Thighs are spicy, sticky, and irresistibly crispy. Made with just a handful of ingredients, they’re packed with flavour and ready in just 20 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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hunters chicken in air fryer
Air fryer hunter's chicken is quick and easy to prepare and cooks in less than 25 minutes.
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whole chicken carved next to air fryer
Cooking a whole chicken in an air fryer is really simple – and with amazingly yummy results!
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2 air fryer chicken kievs on plate
Try making this chicken Kiev with just a few simple ingredients and then cook them up in your air fryer – deliciously moist chicken covered in garlic butter. Yum.
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jerk chicken in air fryer
This jerk chicken recipe is a favourite; I love how easy it is to make in the air fryer and how crispy and delicious the chicken turns out.
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How To Tell If Chicken Is Cooked

There are a few different ways to tell if the chicken is cooked.

One is to use a meat thermometer; the internal temperature of cooked chicken should be at least 75°C.

Another way to tell is by looking at the colour of the meat; cooked chicken will be white or pale throughout, with no pink areas remaining.

chicken breasts air fryer

Finally, you can also cut into the chicken to check that it is cooked through; the juices should run clear, with no pink or red areas remaining.

If you’re ever in doubt, it’s always better to err on the side of caution and cook the chicken for a little longer.

air fryer chicken breast

Air Fryer Chicken Cooking Times

When it comes to air fryer chicken, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of cooking times.

The cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken as well as the desired level of crispiness.

However, a few general guidelines can help you get started.

  • Whole Chicken: 1 hour at 180°C
  • Chicken Breast: 20 minutes at 180°C
  • Chicken Thighs Bone-In: 25 minutes at 200°C
  • Chicken Thighs Boneless: 22 minutes at 200°C
  • Chicken Drumsticks: 25 minutes at 200°C
  • Chicken Wings: 25 minutes at 200°C

Chicken Seasonings

When it comes to seasoning chicken, the sky is the limit.

You can keep it simple with salt and pepper or get creative with a blend of herbs and spices.

Some popular seasonings for chicken include:

  • Garlic and onion powder
  • Italian herb blend (oregano, basil, and thyme)
  • Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper
  • Chilli powder
  • Piri Piri
  • Jerk
  • Tikka

What To Serve With Air Fryer Chicken

Depending on the air fryer chicken recipe you make, you can serve chicken with a variety of different sides, such as:

  • Vegetables: Air-fried or roasted vegetables like Brussels sprouts, carrots, or asparagus.
  • Potato Sides: Mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, or sweet potato fries.
  • Rice and Grains: White rice, brown rice, quinoa, or a wild rice blend.
  • Pasta: A simple pasta salad, macaroni and cheese, or spaghetti with marinara sauce.
  • Salads: A light green salad with a vinaigrette, a Caesar salad, or a Greek salad.

What are your favourite air fryer chicken recipes? Let me know in the comments!