If you need a fast, protein-packed meal, air fryer chicken patties are one of the easiest options out there. You can cook chicken patties straight from frozen with no prep, or make a simple homemade version if you want more control over the ingredients.
This post covers both options so you can choose what works best for your schedule, budget, and nutrition goals.
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Why You Will Like This Recipe
If you are trying to decide which option is best, here is a quick breakdown.
Frozen Chicken Patties - Best for busy days and quick meals. Minimal prep and consistent results. Higher sodium and more processed.
Homemade Chicken Patties - Best for ingredient control and lower sodium. Requires more prep but uses simple pantry staples. These are kind of like making Air Fryer Chicken Breast but instead they are shaped like burgers.
Both options work great in sandwiches, wraps, salads, or served with air fryer fries or veggies.
Ingredients Needed for Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Patties
- Frozen chicken patties - literally any brand will work I used the Aldi frozen chicken patties in a blue bag
How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Patties
- Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees.
- Place frozen chicken patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10 minutes.
- Flip the patties and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until heated through and crispy.
Chicken patties are done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Homemade Air Fryer Chicken Patties
If you want a less processed option, homemade chicken patties are easy to make with basic ingredients. If you like homemade chicken patties you will love these Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients Needed for Air Fryer Chicken Patties
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 half cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, and seasonings until combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 to 5 equal portions and shape into patties.
- Place patties on a plate and refrigerate for 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees.
- Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Air fry patties for 6 minutes.
- Flip and cook for another 6 to 8 minutes until fully cooked.
Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.
Pro Tips
- Chilling the patties helps prevent them from falling apart.
- Do not press the patties too thin or they may dry out.
- Almond flour works well for a lower carb option.
- Do not overcrowd the basket or the patties will steam instead of crisp.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on thickness and brand.
- No oil spray is needed since most frozen patties already contain oil.
Serving Suggestions
- Chicken patty sandwich on a bun with lettuce and pickles - Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich
- Chicken patty wrap with shredded lettuce and light ranch
- Chicken patty over a salad with honey mustard
- Chicken patty with Air Fryer Steak Fries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Frozen chicken patties cook perfectly in the air fryer and come out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. There is no need to thaw them first. This method works well for popular brands like Tyson, Perdue, Aldi Red Bag Chicken Patties, and most store brand chicken patties.
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Air Fryer Chicken Patties
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 12 min
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Description
Make air fryer chicken patties from frozen or homemade with easy step by step instructions, cooking times, and tips for crispy results every time.
Ingredients
- Frozen chicken patties (any brand)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees.
- Place frozen chicken patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10 minutes.
- Flip the patties and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until heated through and crispy.
Notes
See notes above recipe card for homemade chicken patties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
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