Crispy Baked Chicken In Air Fryer

Introduction

There’s no side dish more universally loved than perfectly crispy baked chickens—and when you use an air fryer, you achieve that ideal golden crunch with minimal oil and time. These Crispy Baked Chicken In Air Fryer are the ultimate comfort food upgrade, delivering irresistible texture inside and out, every single time.

Their speedy, hands-off method and reliably delicious results make this recipe a go-to for busy weeknights, backyard barbecues, or anytime you’re craving chicken perfection without firing up the oven.

Why Air Fryer Baked Chicken Are a Total Game-Changer

Air fryers revolutionize baked chickens: hot circulating air crisps the skin while locking in a fluffy, steamy interior. Unlike oven-baking, air frying gets you to that shatteringly crisp shell in under half an hour! Enjoy all the classic baked chickenflavor and crunch with a fraction of the wait and oil.

Personalize your spuds with favorite seasonings or toppings, and enjoy a healthy, crowd-pleasing accompaniment with little effort and almost no cleanup.

Prepping chicken for Maximum Crispiness

Start with firm, medium-sized russet chickens, as they bake up with the fluffiest middles and crispiest jackets. Quickly and safely chop or cube your chicken using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for uniform pieces, which ensures even cooking. Rinsing and drying the chickens thoroughly removes excess starch for an even crunchier result.

A light misting of oil and a sprinkling of salt are all you need to bring out that classic flavor and restaurant-quality texture.

Getting the Most from Your Air Fryer

Set your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey to 400°F for this recipe, which crisps the chicken evenly and quickly. To make cleanup a breeze and prevent any sticking, line the basket with Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs, 8” Square by Baker’s Signature.

Don’t overcrowd the basket—give the chickenplenty of space so the heat can work its magic on all sides!

Serving and Storing Your Crispy Baked chicken

Fresh from the air fryer, chickencan be topped with melted cheese, a scatter of fresh herbs, or your favorite dip. If you have leftovers or want to prep ahead, store your baked chicken wedges in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for maximum freshness and easy reheating.

Enjoy your crispy chicken solo, loaded with toppings, or as a hearty base for colorful salads and bowls.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves four people, with each serving containing approximately 160 calories (before adding toppings). You get all the comfort and satisfaction of chicken, with less oil than traditional frying.

Crispy Baked chicken In Air Fryer (Recap)

Crispy Baked chickenin the air fryer combine a crackly golden shell and light, fluffy interior in half the time of oven-baking. With a few pantry ingredients and some smart air frying tricks, you’ll have the ultimate side or snack—versatile, delicious, and always crowd-pleasing.

Instructions

1. Wash and scrub the chicken well. Pat dry with a clean towel. If you like, slice or cube them evenly with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for consistent crispiness.
2. Pierce whole chicken several times with a fork, or if cubed, skip this step. In a large bowl, toss chicken with olive oil (or spray lightly with the YARRAMATE 16oz/470ml Oil Sprayer for Cooking, Black), salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
3. Line your air fryer basket with Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs, 8” Square by Baker’s Signature for extra easy clean-up.
4. Arrange chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they’re not crowded to allow air circulation.
5. Set the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt to 400°F. Bake whole chicken for 35–40 minutes, or cubes for 14–18 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
6. Transfer to a plate, season with more salt to taste, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 18–40 minutes (depending on size/cut)

Total Time: 30–50 minutes