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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy crispy, spicy buffalo chicken made effortlessly in your air fryer, perfect for a quick snack or meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1½-inch pieces (approximately 2 chicken breasts))
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 2 cups panko breading
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce

Instructions 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F and spray basket with nonstick spray.
  • Set out three bowls: mix flour, cornstarch, and salt; beat eggs; place panko in third bowl.
  • Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture, then eggs, then panko.
  • Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Transfer chicken to a bowl, toss with buffalo sauce, and optionally air fry for 3-4 more minutes for crispiness.
  • Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

For extra crispiness, return the chicken to the air fryer for a few minutes after tossing in buffalo sauce.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken