Frozen Air Fryer Chicken Strips

These frozen air fryer chicken tenders are super easy and made perfect in the air fryer. You’ll love how fast they are, and the kids will love how crispy and delicious they are!

I love using my air fryer to make my favorite frozen foods even easier. Chances are you are also using your air fryer to heat up your favorite frozen foods.

One of my favorite frozen food recipes to make is these frozen chicken fingers. They always turn out perfectly crispy and ready to eat. Not only that, but they are a great way to serve your kids their favorite “fast food” as an easy dinner idea without heading to the actual fast food store.

Tyson chicken tenders are always an easy choice when I need something fast for the kiddos to munch on. You can use these for an easy snack or a quick weeknight dinner.

How does the Air Fryer Work?

Cooking with Air Fryers has made it easier to eat healthier without submerging your foods in oil.

Air Fryers cook foods by using a heating element and a fan, and that circulating of heat and hot air is what helps cook the food and crisp it. 

Air Fryers can cook with heat as high as 400° Fahrenheit/200° Celcius. Some air fryers may even cook to higher temps. 

Cooking with an air fryer takes less time and is also a healthier option than deep frying in hot oil. It’s the best way to get that fried food taste without all of the bad things that go along with actually frying it.

Now that you know a little more about your air fryer, let’s start making these easy air fryer chicken strips.

Ingredients:

• frozen chicken tenders

My favorite brand is Tyson and I love the Crispy Chicken Strips, so this is the brand I am referring to when making this recipe. You can also find this brand in most grocery stores.

How to Make Frozen Chicken Strips in the Air Fryer

1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare the air fryer basket if needed with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil.
2. Add the frozen chicken pieces in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket.
3. Air Fry the chicken strips at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes of cooking time. No flipping is required.
4. Once the time is up, allow the chicken strips to remain in the basket for an additional few minutes to continue cooking and heating through.
5. Carefully remove the cooked chicken tenders from the air fryer basket and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

NOTE: All air fryers are manufactured differently and cook differently. This recipe was made using the Cosori 5.8qt air fryer. If you’re using a different air fryer you may need to add or take away a minute or two of cook time. You won’t need a meat thermometer for this recipe to check for “doneness” because the chicken strips are already fully cooked and are being reheated.

FAQs

What dipping sauces pair well with frozen air fryer chicken strips?

My favorite dipping sauce is ketchup, but you can also use other dipping sauces such as Ranch dressing, marinara sauce, honey mustard, or blue cheese dressing.

What side dishes can I make with this recipe to make a complete meal?

You can serve this dish with french fries, sweet potato fries, or even mashed potatoes and gravy with Texas toast.

This is the perfect recipe for all of us busy moms who need to get something on the table fast. It’s the perfect delicious meal and easy snack that the entire family loves.

We love these Tyson crispy chicken strips as much as we love our crispy chicken nuggets. They’re both always a huge hit at our house.

More Easy Air Fryer Recipes:

• Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
• frozen air fryer chicken nuggets
• french fries
• air fryer tater tots
• air fryer pizza rolls

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