Easy Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

The Best Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

If you are looking for great new ways to make chicken in the air fryer you have come to the right place!

You will find everything you need in this post from snacks and appetizers to the best dinner entree, all made right in the air fryer.

Plus, you will still get the great texture of frying the chicken, without the added oil to keep the recipes healthier. Not to mention, these air fryer chicken recipes all taste amazing and of course, take less time than cooking in the oven or even a deep fryer.

50+ of the best chicken recipes for the air fryer

Snacks and Appetizers:

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

Air fryer chicken nuggets are quick and fresh!

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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wraps is such a simple recipe but most definitely not lacking in flavor or protein.

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Quick & Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Make perfectly cooked chicken wings in the air fryer - straight from frozen, with almost no prep time, and less cooking time than in the oven!

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BBQ Chicken Naan Pizza

Pizza Friday never tasted so good as when you have this BBQ Chicken Naan Pizza recipe. So simple to throw together and has amazing flavor.

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The Crispiest Air Fryer Fried Chicken

The healthiest and crispiest fried chicken in the air fryer!

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Best Ramen Noodle Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

This ramen noodle Chinese chicken salad is delicious as a side or main dish! Easy to make too!

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Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer with Homemade Chick-Fil-A Sauce

This air fryer Chick-Fil-A chicken tender recipe is so simple and delicious that you won't believe that you DIDN'T buy these chicken strips from Chick-Fil-A.

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Chicken BLT in the Air Fryer

Air fryer chicken BLT is a super quick and super easy recipe that you can prepare ahead of time and enjoy at any time!

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Skewers

Tasty and easy chicken bites right in the air fryer.

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Crunchy and Healthy Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken (No Oil)

Healthy and quick air fryer popcorn chicken is our family's favorite dinner!

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Simple Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe

These air fried chicken tenders are covered in a crispy, flavorful breading, and each bite is juicy and delicious.

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Entrees:

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes & Chicken Tenders

Make this simple chicken tender dinner meal for one or more, made with simple ingredients and done in 20 minutes!

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Air Fryer Creamy Caesar Chicken

Create a completely simple family dinner recipe with Air Fryer Creamy Caesar Chicken with the best flavor!

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Air Fryer Paprika Chicken with Fries

For an easy dinner enjoy a tasty, juicy, chicken dinner filled with fresh flavors like rosemary, paprika, lemon, and garlic!

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BBQ Chicken and Veggies

Enjoy a simply delicious dinner recipe with great flavors with this perfectly juicy bbq chicken and tender red potatoes.

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Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Veggies

This Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Veggies has the best seasoning for flavorful chicken and is paired with perfectly roasted veggies.

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Air Fryer Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema

Find the best balance of spices in this Air Fryer Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema. Simple, fresh, and completely delicious.

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Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

The best air fryer bang bang chicken recipe that is juicy and has the perfect mix of spices to give you that sweet and spicy flavor.

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Air Fryer Chicken Katsu (with Homemade Katsu Sauce)

Air Fryer Chiken Katsu with homemade Katsu sauce has the perfect blend of sweet and savory that you can make easily in under 30 minutes.

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Air Fryer Rainbow Roasted Veggies and Chicken

Air Fryer Rainbow Roasted Veggies and Chicken is an easy and tasty  way to enjoy a healthy meal without even feeling like it’s healthy.

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Air Fryer Honey Ginger Chicken

Enjoy a simple chicken recipe with simple ingredients but a great amount of flavor when you make this Air Fryer Honey Ginger Chicken recipe.

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Pesto Chicken in the Air Fryer

Get ready for this delicious Pesto Chicken in the Air Fryer – it is so tasty and perfectly seasoned with tender veggies.

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chicken Fajitas

Air Fryer Chicken Sweet Potato Fajitas recipe is the new best way to make a sweet potato into a full meal for lunch or dinner!

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Air Fryer Chicken and Asparagus Dinner

An all in one dinner when you make this perfectly marinated Air Fryer Chicken and Asparagus Dinner recipe!

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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Enchilada Wraps

Try out these filling Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Enchilada Wraps that are made with simple ingredients and tons of flavor.

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Easy Chicken Parmesan in the Air Fryer

Try out this Easy Chicken Parmesan in the air fryer if you need a tasty dinner meal, but that is still simple to make.

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Bacon Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

Enjoy this mouth watering Bacon Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken entree for dinner this week made perfectly in your air fryer.

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Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Zucchini

This Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Zucchini recipe is a great way to get a super delicious, light, and filling meal, made all in the air fryer.

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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Dinner Recipe

Woah Nelly will you get all the flavor you want or need with this delicious spicy honey garlic chicken dinner that has been floating around on TikTok.

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Chicken, Cabbage, and Apples Sheet Pan Dinner

For a simple dinner that screams Fall, you have to try this delicious chicken, cabbage, and apples sheet pan dinner made in the air fryer.

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5 Ingredient Salsa Verde Chicken

Filled with amazing flavor from salsa verde, this 5 ingredient salsa verde chicken recipe makes for a great weeknight dinner recipe!

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Quick Keto Chicken Recipe with Bacon and Ranch

This keto chicken recipe is easy, fast, and calls for simple ingredients. The best part is that the whole family loves it (read the reviews below!). Even the broccoli is irresistible with all of that cheesy bacon Ranch flavor!

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Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Stuffed Peppers (5 Ingredient Recipe)

This delicious and simple 5 ingredient pesto chicken stuffed pepper recipe is so incredibly easy to make in the air fryer!

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Mango (Air Fryer Instructions)

Simple, sweet, and spicy, this Jamaican jerk chicken and be cooked in the air fryer in 30 minutes. Plus, you only need a handful of pantry staples to make this outstanding dish that everyone will love!

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How to Cook Frozen Chicken in the Air Fryer

Cooking with the air fryer just got a whole lot better thanks to this simple hack of how to cook chicken from frozen in the air fryer!

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How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

You'll love my tips for quick and easy air fryer chicken breasts! Perfect as a main dish or use the chicken to complement your favorite salad or pasta bowl!

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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Dinner (5 Ingredients)

Easy 5 ingredient teriyaki chicken dinner in the air fryer is the best dinner idea for busy weeknights! Learn how to make this simple dinner!

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Air Fryer 5 Ingredient Sweet & Sour Chicken

Air fryers use hot air to fry food. The food tastes crispy, but it's not deep fried in oil. Check out these tips to making our easy, 5 ingredient, sweet and sour chicken recipe.

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Air Fryer Ranch Chicken and Veggies

This easy air fryer chicken and veggies recipe marinades in a delicious ranch mixture that makes for a super easy and simple dinner recipe that everyone will love!

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How to Make Easy Balsamic Honey Chicken with Pantry Staples

Get dinner on the table fast with easy chicken recipes. This recipe for Balsamic Honey Chicken is simple, full of flavor, and sure to become a family favorite.

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Spicy Apricot Chicken in the Air Fryer

Need a fun and creative way to spice up your chicken? Try this delicious and simple air fryer spicy apricot air fryer. You make this 5 ingredient recipe in less than 30 minutes!

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Anniversary Chicken in the Air Fryer

This easy and simple teriyaki ranch chicken dinner recipe is perfect for special occasions or even busy nights. This air fryer anniversary chicken recipe is juicy, flavorful, and ready in under an hour!

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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

If you love teriyaki sauce but the ingredients sound intimidating, this easy recipe is the perfect starting place.

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6 Ingredient Honey Mustard Chicken Breasts in the Air Fryer

This sweet and tangy air fryer honey mustard chicken is the best dinner idea for a busy night. With only 6 ingredients, you can whip up this recipe in no time!

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Tasty Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies with Balsamic Marinade

This tasty, flavorful, and fresh balsamic chicken and vegetables in the air fryer is a HUGE hit in our home.

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Air Fryer Chicken Curry

Chicken curry in the air fryer is a fun and tasty recipe that will surprise you!

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Air Fryer Roasted Chicken Sausage and Veggies

A tasty and simple entire dinner that you can make in the air fryer under 30 minutes!

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Air Fryer Rosemary Ranch Chicken

Tasty and simple air fryer rosemary chicken is one for the books!

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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Make Perfect Chicken Street Tacos! (Easy Dinner Idea + VIDEO)

These air fryer chicken thighs are seasoned just right and cooked to perfection. There’s not much prep time needed, just enough to season the chicken!

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Flavorful Greek Chicken Souvlaki in the Air Fryer

Homemade and tasty Greek chicken souvlaki is super easy in the air fryer. Serve this dish in minutes with a flavorful tzatziki sauce and this air fryer recipe will be one of your new favorites!

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Succulent Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Easy Honey Balsamic Chicken Recipe (Grill and Air Fryer Grill Instructions)

I love a good grilled chicken kebab and this recipe is a keeper! With a simple spice rub and honey balsamic sauce, there's lots of flavor and deliciousness to enjoy!

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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Bursting with fresh flavors, this BBQ chicken stuffed sweet potatoes recipe in the air fryer is one you won't regret trying.

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Air Fryer Ritz Cracker Chicken

Make quick, easy, and delicious chicken tenders in the air fryer with Ritz crackers! You will be surprised to find just how tasty and simple this meal actually is!

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The Best Hawaiian Chicken and Coconut Rice in the Air Fryer

Air fryer Hawaiian chicken is the best and our most favorite summer air fryer recipe. With bold, juicy flavors, you will love this recipe too!

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Final Thoughts

Make sure to save this page so you can have a quick reference guide for when you want to try a new dinner recipe that is quick, simple, and completely delicious.

Let me know which ones you’ve tried in the comments!

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