10 30-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Recipes You Need to Try

Chicken cooked in the air fryer is quick, easy, and delicious. From crispy chicken wings to chicken burgers that are better than takeout, these recipes are ready in less than 30 minutes, making them perfect for weeknight meals.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

Parmesan garlic chicken wing dipped in ranch dressing. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

Extra crispy chicken wings smothered in a buttery parmesan garlic sauce. These wings will keep you reaching for more.

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Easy Air Fried Chicken Leg Quarters

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Simply seasoned and easy to prepare, these chicken leg quarters have a crispy skin and are ready in 30 minutes. Add a tossed salad or plate of fries for a quick and easy meal.

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Air Fried Tequila Lime Wings

Tequila lime chicken wings with chopped cilantro on a plate. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

These wings have a crispy skin and are tossed in a sticky, flavorful tequila lime sauce. Serve these wings with a creamy cilantro dip or dish of ranch dressing. A delicious addition to any wing night.

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Air Fried Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

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Move over chicken wings and make room for buffalo chicken drumsticks. Just like the popular buffalo chicken wings, but jumbo size. Perfect as a meal!

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Air Fried Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

Chicken tenders wrapped in bacon on a plate with mustard dipping sauce. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

Seasoned chicken tenders wrapped in bacon and air-fried for crispy, flavorful chicken fingers the whole family will love. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a quick and easy meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Air Fried Honey Hot Wings

A platter of hot wings with a dish of hot sauce. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

Deliciously crispy chicken wings tossed in a sticky honey buffalo sauce. These sweet and spicy chicken wings will become a favorite. Serve with blue cheese or ranch dip, and don’t forget the paper towels.

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Air Fried Crispy Chicken Burgers

Burger with crispy breaded chicken breast and a platter of fries. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

Homemade chicken burgers that are better than takeout! Seasoned, breaded chicken breast is air-fried until crispy and golden brown. Serve on your favorite burger buns with a plate of fries for a tasty meal the whole family will love.

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Air Fried Mango Habanero Hot Wings

Hot wings on a plate with ranch dip. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

These crispy chicken wings are tossed in a homemade mango habanero sauce that is extra spicy and full of flavor. These chicken wings are perfect for people who want a lot of heat. Add them to your next wing night and don’t forget the dip.

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Easy Air Fried Chicken Drumsticks

Seasoned, baked chicken drumstick on a platter. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

Simply seasoned and easy to prepare, these chicken drumsticks are tender and juicy with a nice, crispy skin. Add a salad, baked potato, or plate of french fries for a quick and easy meal.

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Crispy Air Fried Ranch Chicken Thighs

Crispy chicken thighs on a plate with mashed potatoes. — Image Credit: Tastes of Homemade

With only three simple ingredients and 25 minutes in the air fryer, these ranch-flavored chicken thighs are a quick weeknight meal. Delicious with mashed potatoes or a caesar salad for a complete meal.

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