36 Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
Breasts, thighs, wings and tenders - every cut, with internal temps.
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Chicken is the single best thing an air fryer does. Circulating hot air crisps skin the way a grill does while the fast cook time keeps the inside from drying out, which is exactly the balance an oven struggles with. Every recipe below lists the internal temperature, because that - not the clock - is what tells you chicken is done.
All 36 air fryer chicken recipes
Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken
200°C · 12-15 min
Crispy chicken bites tossed in a creamy, sweet and spicy bang bang sauce that is downright addictive. The air fryer crisps the coating with barely any oil, then the sticky sauce clings to every golden nugget. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
190°C · 16-20 min
Sticky barbecue chicken with charred edges and juicy meat. The air fryer gives you fast, flavour-packed results any night of the week. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 16-20 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Buffalo Wings
200°C · 22-25 min
Crispy wings tossed in buttery buffalo sauce with all the bar-food flavour you want. Great for sharing and game nights. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 22-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Alfredo Bake
180°C · 12-16 min
Creamy chicken alfredo pasta bake with a golden cheesy top, made in a small dish that fits your air fryer. A cosy, crowd-pleasing dinner. Cooks at 180°C / 350°F for 12-16 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Burgers
190°C · 10-12 min
Tender chicken burgers with a savoury seasoned crust and juicy middle. A brilliant alternative to beef burgers. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 10-12 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
185°C · 16-20 min
Chicken breast rolled around ham and melting Swiss cheese, wrapped in a crisp breadcrumb crust. The air fryer keeps the coating crunchy and the cheese gooey inside, delivering this classic French-style dish with much less oil. Cooks at 185°C / 365°F for 16-20 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
200°C · 20-25 min
Crispy-skinned chicken drumsticks with juicy meat and a well-seasoned crust. A reliable, affordable family dinner that feels effortless in the air fryer. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 20-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
200°C · 12-15 min
Sizzling strips of seasoned chicken with sweet peppers and onions, all done in one basket. The air fryer gives you those smoky, slightly charred fajita edges without a hot skillet, ready to pile into warm tortillas. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs
200°C · 12-15 min
Juicy marinated chicken chunks threaded with peppers and onion cook in a fraction of the grill time. The air fryer chars the edges beautifully while keeping the chicken tender, making these skewers a weeknight winner. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Katsu
190°C · 12-15 min
Crisp panko-crusted chicken cutlets, golden outside and juicy within, ready for a drizzle of katsu curry sauce. The air fryer crisps the breadcrumbs perfectly with just a spritz of oil for a lighter take on the Japanese favourite. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
190°C · 10-12 min
Juicy chicken meatballs with a lightly browned outside and tender inside. Great for pasta, bowls or meal prep. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 10-12 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
190°C · 10-12 min
Homemade chicken nuggets with a crunchy golden crumb and tender inside, far better than shop-bought. The air fryer crisps them up with just a spray of oil, making a healthier favourite that kids and adults both love. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 10-12 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
190°C · 12-16 min
Crispy breaded chicken topped with marinara and bubbling cheese. All the comfort of chicken parm with less mess and less oil. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 12-16 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Pot Pie
185°C · 15-18 min
Creamy chicken and vegetable filling under a flaky puff pastry lid, baked to golden perfection. The air fryer crisps the pastry beautifully while keeping the filling hot and comforting. Cooks at 185°C / 365°F for 15-18 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Quarters
190°C · 28-35 min
Meaty leg quarters with shatteringly crisp skin and fall-apart tender meat. The air fryer renders the fat beautifully so the skin crackles while the thigh and drumstick stay moist, a budget-friendly and satisfying dinner. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 28-35 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma
200°C · 15-18 min
Warmly spiced, garlicky chicken with crisp charred edges, ready to stuff into wraps with garlic sauce. The air fryer mimics the crackle of the rotating spit, turning simple thighs into fragrant Middle Eastern shawarma in minutes. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 15-18 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Skewers
200°C · 10-14 min
Tender chicken skewers with lightly charred edges and loads of flavour. Great for wraps, rice bowls, salads or party platters. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 10-14 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
200°C · 22-25 min
These are the crispiest air fryer wings you will make at home - no deep-frying, no fuss. The secret is drying the wings well and a pinch of baking powder for shatteringly crisp skin. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 22-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings
200°C · 22-25 min
Extra-crispy wings coated in buttery garlic and parmesan. Rich, savoury and ideal when you want something different from buffalo. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 22-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer General Tso Chicken
200°C · 12-15 min
Crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet, savoury and slightly spicy sticky sauce, the takeaway favourite made lighter. The air fryer delivers a crunchy coating without deep frying, so you can enjoy General Tso guilt-free. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken
190°C · 18-22 min
Sticky, sweet and garlicky chicken thighs with a glossy caramelised glaze. The air fryer keeps the meat succulent while the honey garlic sauce reduces to a moreish coating, a fast dinner the whole family will devour. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 18-22 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Hot Honey Wings
200°C · 22-25 min
Sticky, spicy-sweet wings with crisp skin and a glossy hot honey glaze. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 22-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken
200°C · 20-24 min
Extra-crispy double-cooked chicken glazed in a sticky sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce. The air fryer nails that signature shatter-crisp coating with far less oil, making addictive Korean fried chicken achievable in your own kitchen. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 20-24 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
200°C · 22-25 min
Bright, zesty lemon pepper wings with crackly skin and big flavour. Perfect when you want something crisp, punchy and not saucy. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 22-25 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Orange Chicken
200°C · 12-15 min
Crispy chicken in a bright, sticky orange glaze balancing sweet and tangy, a beloved Chinese-American classic. The air fryer crisps the coating beautifully so it holds up under the glossy citrus sauce. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken
200°C · 8-10 min
Crispy bite-size popcorn chicken with a crunchy coating and juicy middle. A party snack and family favourite that disappears quickly. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
200°C · 12-15 min
Crunchy chicken in a glossy sweet-savoury sauce finished with toasted sesame seeds. The air fryer gives you a crisp coating with minimal oil, so this takeaway staple comes together fresher and lighter at home. Cooks at 200°C / 400°F for 12-15 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast
185°C · 18-22 min
Juicy chicken breasts pocketed with creamy spinach and cheese for a low-effort yet impressive dinner. The air fryer keeps the outside golden and the filling molten, all in around 20 minutes with barely any washing up. Cooks at 185°C / 365°F for 18-22 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
190°C · 18-22 min
Yoghurt and spice marinated chicken with the smoky char of a tandoor, made easy in the air fryer. The high heat crisps the edges while keeping the meat succulent, giving you vibrant, restaurant-style tandoori at home. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 18-22 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
190°C · 16-20 min
Tender chicken glazed in a glossy sweet-savoury teriyaki sauce with a hint of ginger. The air fryer caramelises the glaze into a sticky lacquer while keeping the chicken juicy, perfect served over steamed rice. Cooks at 190°C / 375°F for 16-20 min. Ingredients, method, and starting-point times for a domestic air fryer.
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Chicken Breast in the Air Fryer
190°C · 18-22 min
Cook chicken breast in an air fryer at 190°C / 375°F for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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Chicken Legs in the Air Fryer
200°C · 25-30 min
Cook whole chicken legs in an air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer
200°C · 10-12 min
Cook chicken tenders in an air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer
200°C · 22-26 min
Cook bone-in chicken thighs in an air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 22-26 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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190°C · 18-22 min
Cook breaded fried chicken in an air fryer at 190°C / 375°F for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer
180°C · 50-60 min
Cook a whole chicken in an air fryer at 180°C / 360°F for 50-60 minutes, flipping halfway, until the thickest part of the thigh reaches 74°C / 165°F. Ingredients, method and starting times for a domestic air fryer.
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Breast wants a moderate 180°C / 360°F so the outside does not tighten before the middle is cooked. Thighs and drumsticks want 200°C / 400°F to render the fat under the skin. Wings want the highest heat you have, because crisp skin is the whole point.
The one number that never changes is 74°C / 165°F in the thickest part. A cheap instant-read thermometer removes all guesswork here and is the single best air fryer accessory you can buy.
Getting skin genuinely crisp
Pat the chicken completely dry before it goes anywhere near oil or seasoning. Surface moisture has to boil off before browning can start, so a wet bird spends its first five minutes steaming itself.
Then give it room. Overlapping pieces trap steam between them and you will pull out patches of pale, rubbery skin. Cook in two batches rather than crowding one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature do you air fry chicken?
Breast at 180°C / 360°F, thighs and drumsticks at 200°C / 400°F, wings at 200°C / 400°F. Whatever the cut, cook until the thickest part reaches 74°C / 165°F.
Can you air fry raw chicken?
Yes - raw chicken is what an air fryer handles best. Cook to 74°C / 165°F internal and check the thickest part, not the edge. There is no food-safety reason to part-cook it first.
Why is my air fryer chicken dry?
Almost always breast cooked too hot or too long. Drop to 180°C / 360°F, pull it the moment it hits 74°C / 165°F, and rest it five minutes. Or switch to thighs, which are far more forgiving.
Do you flip chicken in an air fryer?
Flip breasts, thighs and drumsticks once at the halfway point for even colour. Wings and small pieces like tenders benefit more from a shake than a flip.
Can you air fry frozen chicken?
Yes, but add roughly 50% to the cook time and drop the temperature about 10°C / 25°F so the outside does not burn before the centre thaws. Always confirm 74°C / 165°F internal.