This air fryer popcorn chicken guide will help you get a quick lunch or quick snack on the table fast. Air frying is an easy way to enjoy fried chicken without deep frying! Your favorite dipping sauce makes this snack complete.
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If you're looking for a great snack, look no further than this air fryer popcorn chicken! It's a versatile idea that kids and adults will love!
Chicken nuggets are one of my family's favorite foods. They love the fast-food versions, but that can get a little pricey. So when their taste buds are craving that restaurant flavor, I pull out the bag of Tyson Anytizers Popcorn Chicken and let the hot air turn them into gems of golden brown crispy perfection.
I like to get into the action as well. While the kids like to dip theirs in BBQ sauce or ranch dressing, I like to have mine on this kale salad.
These are also a big hit on game day! Skip the expensive nugget platter on super bowl Sunday and make a big batch of these instead. Spread them out on a baking sheet and serve with my air fryer wings and some different dips.
My Air Fryer Anytizer Chicken Fries are also a great snack idea!
Ingredients
Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the post for exact amounts and printable recipe card.
I used Tyson Anytizer Popcorn Chicken. I air fried about half a bag at a time to keep the chicken pieces in an even layer. If you cook the whole bag at onece, you may need to increase the cooking time by a couple minutes.
Nonstick spray is optional.
Instructions
1) Place frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer basket in an single layer.
2) Spray with cooking spray such as avocado oil spray or olive oil spray.
3) Air fry at 400 degrees F for 8 minutes. Shake the basket at the halfway point.
4) Continue to cook in one minute increments to reach desired crispness (optional).
Tips
- I didn't preheat the air fryer for this recipe.
- Cook times can vary depending on your kind of air fryer. I use Cosori basket style.
- Tyson popcorn chicken comes perfectly seasoned. But if you like, you can sprinkle on some garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder over them. Go lightly to keep them from getting too salty.
How to store
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They can be warmed up in the microwave or air fryer until heated through.
Homemade dip recipes
- Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
- Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing and Dip
- No Mayo Honey Mustard
- Cajun Dipping Sauce
- Barbeque Sauce made with Ketchup
- Southern White Gravy
More chicken air fryer recipes
- Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
- Chinese Chicken on a Stick
- Air Fryer Whole Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
- Air Fryer Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken
Ingredients
- 24 ounces frozen popcorn chicken cook in batches if desired
- Cooking spray optional
Instructions
- Place frozen popcorn chicken in the air fryer basket in an single layer.
- Spray with cooking spray such as avocado oil spray or olive oil spray.
- Air fry at 400 degrees F for 8 minutes. Shake the basket at the halfway point.
- Continue to cook in one minute increments to reach desired crispness (optional).
Notes
Cook times can vary depending on your kind of air fryer. I use Cosori basket style.
Tyson popcorn chicken comes perfectly seasoned. But if you like, you can sprinkle on some garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder over them. Go lightly to keep them from getting too salty.
Mom
Needed to know this!