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Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken

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Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken

Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken –Popcorn Chicken Air Fryer is amazing! My kids had a batch of it today for lunch, it is so good!

There is nothing easier for lunch that a batch. So grab your favorite brand of frozen popcorn chicken, and you will have fast and delicious lunch in minutes! And don’t forget to grab your favorite dipping sauce, not; nothing better with popcorn chicken than some sweet and sour sauce!

Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken

Cooks of all levels can enjoy this easy, breezy Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken recipe. The best part is that there’s no need to thaw the chicken before cooking it in the air fryer! Just pop it in frozen and let the appliance work its magic. In minutes, you’ll have a crispy, golden-brown chicken dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or over a bed of rice for a complete meal!

The Best Frozen Popcorn Chicken Brands

If you have been looking for some easy popcorn chicken dinner ideas, you can try cooking this recipe up and then serving it with a simple dipping sauce.

This recipe will work with any popcorn chicken air fryer, whether you use Perdue popcorn chicken air fryer, Tyson popcorn chicken, Trader Joe’s popcorn chicken, Kroger Popcorn Chicken, Foster Farms Popcorn Chicken Air Fryer, or the store brand that you find on sale!

How To Cook Popcorn Chicken In Air Fryer

Frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer is a simple snack, lunch, or dinner to make. And my kids really enjoy a fresh batch from the air fryer. We usually choose a few dipping sauces every week. My youngest son is currently obsessed with making his version of Taiwanese popcorn chicken recipe, but you can use any of your favorite dipping sauces.

Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken

Step One: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F for 2 to 5 minutes. Then when your air fryer is hot, spread the frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer.

Be careful to make sure that you spread them into a single layer, leaving some space around the chicken so that the hot air can circulate around it.

How Long To Cook Popcorn Chicken In Air Fryer

Set the timer for 8 to 10 minutes. Shake the basket frequently during the cooking process so all of the frozen popcorn chicken gets cooked to perfection. If you want crispy popcorn chicken, add a couple of minutes to the cooking time.

Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken

Pro Tips:

To make a perfect batch of frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer, check out these tips, for the best AIR FRYER POPCORN CHICKEN!

  • Flipping: Depending on the air fryer that you’re using, you may need to flip the frozen chicken halfway during the cooking process, so both sides get cooked to perfection.
  • Crowding: For best results leave plenty of space around the chicken, so the hot air can freely circulate amount the chicken, This will result in a crispy popcorn chicken air fryer!
  • Timing: How long to cook popcorn chicken in air fryer will depend on what air fryer you are using. The cooking time will vary from air fryer to air fryer, so remember to watch the chicken as it cooks up!
  • Oil: There is no need for any additional oil. This recipe does not call for, and you will still get an amazing batch of popcorn chicken in an air fryer!
  • What Air Fryer Can You Use? You can use any air fryer basket or air fryer oven model. I have made popcorn chicken in air fryer many times over the years, in all of my air fryers, including the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot, and even the Power XL. The recipe will work the exact.

What to Serve Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken With

Air fried frozen popcorn chicken is usually served along with a dipping sauce, the most popular ones are plum sauce or sweet and sour sauce.

Some favorite kid-friendly dipping sauces would be ketchup, mustard, or even McDonald’s Copycat Dipping Sauces!

What To Eat With Popcorn Chicken

You can serve this chicken alongside some of the most popular Air Fryer Side Dishes, such as Air Fryer French Fry Recipes, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, Air Fryer Onion Rings, and so much more!

How To Reheat Popcorn Chicken in Air Fryer

If you want to reheat popcorn chicken in an air fryer, place it into the basket, and then set the temperature to 350 degrees F, and cook for a couple of minutes until the popcorn chicken is warmed.

More Easy Air Fryer Lunch Recipes:

If you loved making popcorn chicken air fryer, here are some other great lunch recipes. That is kid-friendly and delicious!

AIR FRYER MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH: Do you love a good Monte Cristo sandwich? If so, you’ll love this air fryer version! It’s easy to make and tastes delicious. Plus, it’s a fun twist on the traditional sandwich. Give it a try today!

AIR FRYER SPANISH MANCHEGO GRILLED CHEESE: If you’re looking for a delicious and easy air fryer recipe, look no further than this Spanish Manchego grilled cheese. You only need three ingredients and a few minutes to make it, making it the perfect quick and easy weeknight meal. Plus, the smoky, salty flavor of the manchego cheese is simply amazing. Give this air fryer grilled cheese a try today!

AIR FRYER HAM AND CHEESE BISCUIT SANDWICHES: If you’re looking for a quick, easy and delicious way to make ham and cheese biscuits, then look no further than air fryer ham and cheese biscuit sandwiches! These sandwiches are simple to make, and they taste great. Plus, they’re a healthier alternative to traditional ham and cheese biscuits. So if you’re looking for a tasty new lunch or dinner option, be sure to try air fryer ham and cheese biscuit sandwiches!

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Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Popcorn Chicken Air Fryer is amazing! My kids had a batch of it today for lunch, it is so good!

Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 242 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 1 pound frozen popcorn chicken
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F for 2 to 5 minutes. Then when your air fryer is hot, spread the frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer.

  2. Be careful to make sure that you spread them into a single layer, leaving some space around the chicken so that the hot air can circulate around it.

  3. Set the timer for 8 to 10 minutes. Shake the basket frequently during the cooking process so all of the frozen popcorn chicken gets cooked to perfection. If you want crispy popcorn chicken, add a couple of minutes to the cooking time.

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 242 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 140mg47%
Sodium 158mg7%
Potassium 339mg10%
Carbohydrates 0.2g0%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin A 70IU1%
Calcium 15mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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