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    Air Fryer Chicken Strips

    Published: Jul 4, 2023 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    This air fryer chicken strips recipe is easy, simple and will show you how to cook chicken strips in air fryer that is ready in under 20 minutes. The air fryer chicken slices no breading are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavors. Serve as appetizers or with sides like potatoes, rice, pasta, and vegetables.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Strips Recipe

    This air fryer chicken strips recipe is simple and quick and in under 20 minutes, you can have yourself air fried chicken slices that are flavorful and delicious.

    Air fryer chicken breast strips are versatile and can be served as appetizers, or with any food of your choice from potatoes, to rice, vegetables, pasta, and more.

    These crispy air fryer chicken strips or as some know it, air fryer chicken slices are tender and golden, easy and quick to make, and perfect for weeknight dinner.

    The air fryer is a great kitchen gadget for cooking chicken. You get fried chicken with little to no oil and cooks in quick time. The air circulates and cooks food evenly making it crispy and golden.

    This is air fryer chicken strips no breading. No egg, panko, flour, or the like is used in this recipe.  It is made with clean healthy ingredients and you still get crispy chicken slices in air fryer.

    This chicken strips recipe is high in protein, low carb, gluten-free, nutritious, and delicious. Let me show you how to make it.

    Is chicken strips the same as chicken tenders?

    Chicken breast strips are different from chicken tenderloins. Chicken strips and tenderloins are used interchangeably however they are not the same thing. Tenderloins are cut from the area under the chicken breast and are a more tender cut than chicken breast. While chicken strips are cut from boneless chicken breast. Cutting chicken breast into slices makes them chicken strips or chicken fingers. Tenderloins are usually more expensive than strips. This recipe works well with chicken tenderloins as well.

    Related: Air fryer chicken bites

    air fryer chicken strips on a plate.

    Ingredients

    The full ingredient quantities and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Chicken breasts- I cut boneless chicken breasts into strips. You can use chicken tenders if that's what you have.

    Paprika- I like the subtle smokey taste of smoked paprika however you can use any type of paprika be it sweet or smoky paprika.

    Italian seasoning- This is a mix of parsley, oregano, thyme, and some other herbs. It makes the chicken aromatic and flavorful. A little goes a long way.

    Onion granules- This makes the chicken smell and taste amazing. If you don't have onion granules, use onion powder instead.

    Garlic granules - If you don't have garlic granules, use garlic powder instead.

    Black pepper - This can be substituted for cayenne pepper.

    Salt

    Olive oil- You can use vegetable or sunflower oil if olive oil is unavailable.

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    How To Cook Chicken Strips In Air Fryer

    Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels.
    Place chicken on a cutting board, hold it firmly, and using a sharp knife, slice into thin strips that are not too thick but not too thin. It should be about 1 inch.

    chicken slices on a plate.

    Add the chicken strips to a bowl.
    Add the seasoning and oil to the chicken strips and mix till all are well combined.

    seasoned chicken on a plate.

    Transfer the chicken strips to the air fryer basket. Arrange in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.

    arranged in air fryer basket.

    Air fry chicken strips at 390F/190C for 6 minutes. Flip the strips with a tong and air fry them for another 5-6 minutes or until cooked through.

    Bring the basket out of the air fryer.

    air fried chicken strips.

    Rest the chicken strips for 5 minutes then serve.

    How Long To Cook Chicken Strips In Air Fryer

    This will depend on how thick or thin are the chicken slices, the temperature of the air fryer, if cooking from frozen or fresh, and the quantity. Air fryer varies by brand and wattage so cooking time may slightly vary by brand.

    Typically how long to cook chicken strips in air fryer is 12-15 minutes at a temperature of 390F.

    If cooking from frozen, add additional 5 minutes.
    If cooked at a lower temperature it will take longer to cook and if cooked at a higher temperature than recommended, the outer might brown too quickly without the inside cooked. I find 390F/190C the best temperature for air frying chicken strips to get juicy and tender inside with crispy skin.

    Chicken strips are cooked when the inside is tender and reaches an internal temperature of at least 165F when checked with an instant meat thermometer, and the outer is golden brown and crisp.
    The inside of the chicken will be white and there will be no trace of blood or pink.

    Let chicken strips cool for a few minutes before serving.

    What To Serve With

    Below are some suggestions for what to serve with it:

    Boiled potatoes, butter potatoes, air fryer crispy potatoes, potato wedges, mashed potatoes
    Rice,
    Pasta
    Vegetables
    Roasted asparagus, steamed carrots,

    chicken in the air fryer garnished with parsley.

    How To Store & Reheat

    It stores and reheats well. Allow the chicken strips to cool completely then transfer them to a Ziploc or a sealable container and store in the fridge where it will keep well for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    How To Reheat

    In the Air fryer - Arrange the chicken strips in the air fryer basket then air fry for 3 minutes at 380F for 3 minutes or till heated through.

    In the microwave- Place the chicken slices on a plate that is microwave safe and microwave it at high settings at 30 seconds intervals or until heated through.

    Tips For Making Air Fryer Chicken Strips

    • Try and cut the chicken strips into equal sizes so they cook evenly.
    • Use your favorite seasoning to season the chicken. Some good seasonings that pair well with chicken are cajun, chicken breast seasoning, Jerk seasoning, and fajita seasoning.
    • If you have the time, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to get the best flavor.
    • Don't overcook them so they remain juicy and delicious.
    • Don't leave the chicken in the air fryer as the retained heat in the air fryer will continue to cook the chicken and they might dry out.

    FAQS

    How long do I cook chicken goujons in air fryer?
    Chicken goujons also known as chicken strips or chicken cook in the air fryer for 6-12 minutes.

    What temperature do you Air fry frozen chicken strips?
    Any temperature between 380F to 400F is good. I get the perfect result cooking it at 190C/390F. It comes out juicy and tender inside with crispy skin. If cooking at a lower temperature, cooking time may take longer by a couple of minutes. I do not recommend cooking it at a higher temperature so as to prevent it from drying out or browning quickly on the outer while the inside is not done.

    How long to cook chicken strips in air fryer?
    Depending on how thin or thick the chicken Strips and the temperature being cooked It can take from 8- 12  minutes. When the internal temperature is 165F at the least, then they are cooked. It is important to cook them properly to avoid food poisoning.

    air fryer chicken strips on a plate.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Strips

    Kemi
    This air fryer chicken strips recipe is easy, simple and will show you how to cook chicken strips in air fryer that is ready in under 20 minutes. The air fryer chicken slices no breading are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavors. Serve as appetizers or with sides like potatoes, rice, pasta, and vegetables.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Australian, British, International
    Servings 4
    Calories 147 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Boneless Chicken breast
    • ½ teaspoon Paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon Onion granules
    • ¼ teaspoon Garlic granules
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels.
    • Place chicken on a cutting board, hold it firmly, and using a sharp knife, slice into thin strips that are not too thick but not too thin. It should be about 1cm.
    • Add the chicken strips to a bowl.
      Add the seasoning and oil to the chicken strips and mix till all are well combined.
    • Transfer the chicken strips to the air fryer basket.
      Arrange in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
    • Air fry chicken strips at 390F/190C for 6 minutes. Flip the strips with a tong and continue to air fry them for another 5-6 minutes or until cooked through.
    • Bring the basket out of the air fryer.
      Rest the chicken strips for 5 minutes then serve.

    Notes

    • Try and cut the chicken strips into equal sizes so they cook evenly.
    • Use your favorite seasoning to season the chicken. Some good seasonings that pair well with chicken are cajun, chicken breast seasoning, Jerk seasoning, and fajita seasoning.
    • If you have the time, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to get the best flavor.
    • Don't overcook them so they remain juicy and delicious.
    • Don't leave the chicken in the air fryer as the retained heat in the air fryer will continue to cook the chicken and they might dry out.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 21gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 116mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.05gVitamin A: 54IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
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