
Air Fryer Hungry Man Beer Battered Chicken
Cooking Hungry Man Beer Battered Chicken in the air fryer ensures a crispy, golden-brown breading while keeping the chicken juicy and tender inside. The sides heat evenly, making this a quick and satisfying meal without needing an oven or microwave.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Crispy, golden-brown beer-battered chicken without deep frying
Juicy and tender chicken inside
No oven or microwave required—just a quick and easy air fryer method
Perfectly heated sides for a complete meal
Ingredients
1 Hungry Man Beer Battered Chicken Meal (frozen)
Cooking spray or parchment liner (to prevent sticking)
Optional Add-Ons & Extras:
Honey mustard for dipping
BBQ sauce for a smoky touch
Hot sauce or sriracha for spice
Steamed vegetables for a fresh side
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures the chicken and sides cook evenly and get the perfect texture.
Step 2: Prepare the Frozen Meal
Remove the meal from the box and plastic film, keeping the compartments intact.
Separate the beer-battered chicken from the sides to ensure even cooking. Place the chicken directly in the air fryer basket.
Cover the sides with foil to prevent them from overcooking.
Step 3: Air Fry the Chicken & Sides
Chicken Only: Cook at 375°F for 14-16 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crisping.
Sides: After 8 minutes of cooking, place the sides in the air fryer on a small air fryer-safe dish and continue cooking for another 4-6 minutes until fully heated.
Extra Crunch: If you prefer a crispier coating, cook for an additional 2 minutes at 400°F.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
Carefully remove the chicken and sides from the air fryer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before eating.
Serve immediately with honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or hot sauce for dipping.
How to Serve This Beer Battered Chicken Meal
Classic Combo: Serve with coleslaw and a biscuit for a homestyle meal.
Spicy Twist:Â Drizzle with Buffalo sauce or hot honey.
Savory Upgrade: Sprinkle with garlic powder or smoked paprika for extra depth.
Pro Tips for Best Results
Flip the chicken halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
For an extra crispy texture, spray with a little extra cooking spray before air frying.
Use foil to cover the sides so they don’t overcook before the chicken is done.
Want extra crunch? Cook the chicken at 400°F for the last 2 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Based on Package Data)
Calories:Â 700
Protein:Â 28g
Carbohydrates:Â 74g
Fat:Â 32g
Sodium:Â 1,480mg
Fiber:Â 5g
Crispy, golden-brown Hungry Man Beer Battered Chicken made in the air fryer! No oven needed—just a crunchy, flavorful, and perfectly air-fried meal in minutes.