Crispy Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken made from frozen pieces, perfectly cooked to golden brown in just minutes using the air fryer. This quick and easy recipe yields crunchy bites that are ideal for a snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 10-12 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 12 ounces frozen popcorn chicken
- Cooking oil spray (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking and optimal crispiness.
- Arrange popcorn chicken: Place the frozen popcorn chicken in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate and cook food evenly. Avoid overcrowding.
- Apply oil spray: Lightly spritz the popcorn chicken pieces with cooking oil spray to help achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Air fry chicken: Cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes. About halfway through cooking, gently shake the basket to turn the pieces, ensuring they brown evenly on all sides.
- Serve: Remove the popcorn chicken when hot and crispy. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Shake the basket gently halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Spraying the chicken lightly with oil spray enhances crispiness.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and size of chicken pieces.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ.
Keywords: popcorn chicken, air fryer recipes, crispy chicken, frozen chicken, snack recipes, quick appetizer
