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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes » 30-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Dinner Recipes

    30-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Dinner Recipes

    July 6, 2021 by Tiffany Leave a Comment

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    Not only are these air fryer chicken recipes really delicious, but they are also done in under 30 minutes!

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    From air fryer chicken tikka to chicken fried steak with gravy, you’ll find something for dinner tonight.

    All of these chicken recipes have less oil saturation by cooking them in an air fryer instead of a deep fat fryer or cooking in a frying pan on the stovetop.

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    1

    Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken

    Photo Credit: www.flavourandsavour.com

    This easy keto recipe for garlic parmesan chicken makes the best juicy tender chicken thighs or breasts with a crispy, flavorful coating! This chicken cooks unbelievably quickly in an air fryer.

    2

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Air fryer chicken fajitas are made with thin strips of Mexican-seasoned chicken, slices of bell peppers, and red onion all done in under 25 minutes or less. Enjoy on a warm flour tortilla.

    3

    Air Fryer Chicken Legs with Dry Rub

    Photo Credit: www.findingzest.com

    Air fryer chicken legs with dry rub are the dinner solution you didn't know you were missing! Super affordable and easy to prepare, these drumsticks are so juicy and only require simple ingredients.

    4

    Air Fryer Chicken Breast with Prosciutto

    Photo Credit: www.upstateramblings.com

    Air fryer chicken wrapped in prosciutto is simple and tasty! Crispy prosciutto pairs nicely with juicy, tender chicken.

    5

    Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken

    Photo Credit: budgetdelicious.com

    This crispy and well-loved air fryer popcorn chicken is the perfect recipe for making a quick dinner, feeding a crowd, or serving up as a party appetizer or a snack on game day.

    6

    Air fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken

    Photo Credit: rachnacooks.com

    This air fryer lemon pepper chicken is lightly marinated and cooked in the air fryer. It's healthy, tasty, and pairs nicely with salad or pasta.

    7

    Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

    Chicken Parmesan cooked in the air fryer with a crispy panko-Parmesan crust, melted mozzarella, and marinara sauce.

    8

    Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

    Photo Credit: whereismyspoon.co

    Delicious air fryer BBQ chicken is juicy, sweet, smoky, and flavorful. Ready in less than 30 minutes, and all you actually have to do is to stir the ingredients to make the BBQ sauce!

    9

    Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken

    Photo Credit: pipingpotcurry.com

    Tandoori chicken is a flavor-packed spicy dish from the Indian subcontinent popular all over the world. The chicken is marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, spices, and lemon juice, then grilled in the air fryer.

    10

    Air Fryer Steak and Chicken Kabobs

    Air fryer steak and chicken kabobs turn out so juicy and tender. The skewers have sirloin, chicken, zucchini, onion, red and yellow peppers, and grape tomatoes.

    11

    Air Fryer General Tso's Chicken

    Photo Credit: budgetdelicious.com

    This easy-to-make-at-home air fryer General Tso’s chicken recipe is simple and, healthier than the classic and a fraction of the cost to make.

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    Air fryer Chicken & Potatoes

    Photo Credit: theflavoursofkitchen.com

    Air fryer chicken and potatoes made with boneless chicken breast and cubed potatoes that are tossed in ranch dressing. They're air-fried until tender and roasted. This healthy dinner with very little oil is ready in just 30 minutes!

    13

    Greek Chicken Burgers with Spinach and Feta

    Photo Credit: www.flavourandsavour.com

    Air fry or grill these Greek chicken burgers with spinach and feta cheese, then serve them with this delicious lemon-garlic feta spread. A taste of the Mediterranean, right in your backyard! These juicy burgers are made with ground chicken, spinach, feta cheese, and herbs.

    14

    Air Fryer Nachos With Chicken

    Photo Credit: budgetdelicious.com

    Easy air fryer chicken nachos are a cheesy flavorful comfort food treat that cooks in less than 5 minutes, making it the perfect meal or snack for your busy family.

    15

    Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Roll-Ups

    Easy air fryer BBQ chicken roll-ups with BBQ sauce, shredded chicken, mozzarella, and sliced red onions all baked in rolled-up pizza dough. They're simply delicious!

    16

    Air fryer Teriyaki Chicken

    Photo Credit: rachnacooks.com

    These teriyaki chicken bites in the air fryer are loaded with flavor and make for a perfect main. These make a lovely meal with some rice and salad.

    17

    Air Fryer Chicken Strips

    This is an air fryer chicken strips recipe that is juicy and crispy with panko breadcrumbs. They're done cooking in just 12 minutes!

    18

    Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wrapped in Bacon

    Photo Credit: walkingonsunshinerecipes.com

    Air fryer BBQ chicken is ready in 10 minutes! How can you possibly go wrong with a recipe that’s ready fast and tastes amazing?

    19

    Thai Curry Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs

    Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

    Air fryer chicken kabobs are full of delicious Asian flavor! Make these easy chicken skewers as an appetizer, party food, or for a super easy dinner.

    20

    Air Fryer Harissa Chicken

    Photo Credit: recipethis.com

    Let me show you how easy it is to cook harissa chicken in the air fryer in a similar way to a sheet pan meal or a traybake. Loaded with chicken, baby potatoes, peppers, lemon, and harissa spice, this is one of the easiest ever air fryer dinners.

    21

    Air Fryer Chicken Caprese

    Photo Credit: www.upstateramblings.com

    Air fryer chicken Caprese is made with chicken breast topped off with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. It makes for a delicious, easy dinner that's ready in just 20 minutes!

    22

    Air fryer Chicken Tikka

    Photo Credit: katykicker.com

    This air fryer chicken tikka is great as part of a curry night turns out so juicy and tender and only takes 20 minutes. It's great when paired with rice, but can be kept low-carb by serving it in a reduced-carb tortilla wrap with veggies.

    23

    Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken and Brussels Sprouts

    Photo Credit: sweetpealifestyle.com

    Air fryer teriyaki chicken and Brussels sprouts is a quick 15-minute dinner recipe idea using just a few ingredients in your air fryer.

    24

    Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken

    Photo Credit: www.missinthekitchen.com

    Air fryer cornflake chicken is a classic dinner that the whole family will love. Get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes with this crispy and delicious recipe that can be made in the air fryer or oven.

    25

    Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

    Photo Credit: whenisdinner.com

    Air fryer bang bang chicken is a twist on the classic bang bang shrimp. All the same delicious flavors with a different source of protein. It's quick easy and delicious!

    26

    Air Fryer Balsamic Chicken & Vegetables

    Photo Credit: recipethis.com

    Air fryer chicken & vegetables is an easy method for cooking chicken and vegetables together in the air fryer. Tossed in a balsamic marinade, the chicken and veggies are flavorsome, moist, and fast for quick weeknight dinners.

    27

    Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel

    Photo Credit: summeryule.com

    This air fryer chicken schnitzel cooks in only 13 minutes. It's low carb and keto-friendly too if that's what you're looking for (or you can always make some schnitzel and noodles!)

    28

    Air Fryer Orange Chicken

    Photo Credit: www.yourhomemadehealthy.com

    In just under 30 minutes, you’ll have sweet and tangy air fryer orange chicken. Just like the kind you take out, it’s quick, easy, and so delicious!

    29

    Air Fryer Jalapeño Stuffed Chicken

    Photo Credit: www.saltysidedish.com

    Ninja Foodie air fryer jalapeño stuffed chicken is done in under 30 minutes. It's stuffed with cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, deli meat, and jalapenos combined to make the best dinner!

    30

    Air Fryer Coconut Chicken Tenders

    Photo Credit: kidgredients.com.au

    Quick to make and delicious, these air fryer coconut chicken tenders are the perfect twist for nuggets. They're also gluten-free and dairy-free!

    31

    Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

    Photo Credit: wondermomwannabe.com

    Enjoy this crispy air fryer chicken fried steak with less guilt than the traditional deep-fried version! It's true comfort food that's deliciously covered in gravy.

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