Crispy Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Crispy and delicious air fryer popcorn chicken made from frozen bites, perfect as a quick snack or appetizer. This easy recipe uses an air fryer to achieve a crunchy texture without extra oil.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 10-12 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces frozen popcorn chicken
- Oil spray (as needed for spritzing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Place the frozen popcorn chicken in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Spritz with Oil: Lightly spray the popcorn chicken with oil spray to help achieve a golden, crispy texture during cooking.
- Air Fry: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook the popcorn chicken for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket gently halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping and heating.
- Serve: Once hot and crispy, remove the popcorn chicken from the air fryer and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to get even crispiness on all sides.
- Cooking times may vary based on air fryer models; adjust time as needed.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces such as honey mustard, ranch, or BBQ sauce.
Keywords: air fryer popcorn chicken, crispy chicken bites, easy snack, quick appetizer, frozen chicken recipe
