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Air Fryer Foster Farms Popcorn Chicken
Cooking Foster Farms Popcorn Chicken in the air fryer gives them a perfectly crispy, golden-brown exterior while keeping the inside tender and juicy. This method ensures even cooking without needing an oven, making them a quick and delicious snack or meal.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Extra crispy breading without deep frying
Juicy, flavorful chicken in every bite
No oven required—just a quick and easy air fryer method
Perfect for dipping in ketchup, ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce
Ingredients
1 package of Foster Farms Popcorn Chicken (frozen)
Cooking spray or parchment liner (to prevent sticking)
1 tsp olive oil (optional, for extra crispiness)
Optional Dipping Sauces:
Ketchup
Ranch dressing
Honey mustard
BBQ sauce
Buffalo sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures the popcorn chicken cooks evenly and gets extra crispy.
Step 2: Prepare the Popcorn Chicken
Remove the frozen popcorn chicken from the packaging and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow for even cooking.
Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with olive oil to enhance crispiness (optional).
Step 3: Air Fry the Popcorn Chicken
For extra crunch, cook an additional 1-2 minutes at 400°F at the end.
The popcorn chicken should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining hot and juicy inside.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
Carefully remove the popcorn chicken from the air fryer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce.
How to Serve This Popcorn Chicken
Classic Meal: Serve with fries and coleslaw for a fast-food-style dinner.
Buffalo Style: Toss in Buffalo sauce and serve with blue cheese dressing.
Loaded Popcorn Chicken: Top with melted cheese and bacon bits for a savory treat.
Pro Tips for Best Results
Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping on all sides.
For an extra crispy texture, spray with a little extra cooking spray before air frying.
Use parchment paper or a silicone liner for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
Want extra flavor? Sprinkle with garlic powder or smoked paprika before air frying.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Based on Package Data)
Calories: 230
Protein: 13g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fat: 12g
Sodium: 450mg
Fiber: 1g
Crispy, golden-brown Foster Farms Popcorn Chicken made in the air fryer! No oven needed—just a crunchy, flavorful, and perfectly air-fried chicken bite in minutes.
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