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If you’ve tried my air fryer hamburgers or air fryer turkey burgers before, you’ll love this chicken version, aka air fryer chicken patties. They’re super easy to make and can even be prepped ahead of time or frozen for later!
And before you think otherwise, these are NOT like other recipes you may see that use frozen, pre-bought chicken patties. My ones are made from scratch and taste better than those processed ones.
Why I love this recipe
Healthy. Using a lean protein like ground chicken makes this chicken patty recipe a nutritious and delicious lunch or dinner. Breadcrumb-free. They stick together, even without breadcrumbs or eggs! Keeping the ground chicken mixture breadcrumb-free also makes this recipe naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly. Perfect texture. I love how the air fryer gives these ground chicken patties a nice crispy exterior but keeps the inside tender and juicy. Convenient. Chicken patties are great to make ahead of time, store well in the freezer, and are so handy when I need a quick and easy weeknight dinner to feed my family.
Ingredients needed
Ground chicken. Because we’re adding olive oil to the mixture, I like to use lean ground chicken (95/5) because there isn’t any risk of it drying out. Of course, fattier cuts will work just as well. Seasonings. I like to use salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to give each patty savory flavors. Olive oil. Helps form the patties and encourages browning on the outside. Another neutral-flavored oil could also be used. Worcestershire sauce. Provides a delicious umami flavor to the chicken patties.
How to make air fryer chicken patties
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. “These patties are next-level great! I served them with your peanut sauce, Arman ….SO GOOD …this recipe is going to be on constant repeat here 😊” – Jane Step 3 – Rest, then serve. Let the patties rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Arman’s recipe tips
Don’t overcook the patties! You’ll know they’re done air frying and cooked to perfection when a meat thermometer measures the internal temperature at 160ºF. As they’re resting, they’ll come up to a safe temperature of 165ºF. For the crispiest exterior, make sure the patties aren’t overlapping or touching in the air fryer basket. You may need to air fry in batches if your air fryer is on the smaller side. Instead of ground chicken. This recipe also works well with ground turkey or with ground pork. Customize the flavor. Swap the seasonings in the recipe card for a garlic herb, Italian, Cajun, or taco seasoning blend. Make them with cheese. Stir grated parmesan, shredded mozzarella, or your favorite shredded cheese into the chicken mixture for gooey melted cheese strings in every bite.
Storage instructions
To store: Wrap the leftover ground chicken burgers in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, keep them in a ziplock bag or airtight container, and store them in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. My favorite way to serve chicken patties is on hamburger buns with all the classic burger fix-ins, like lettuce, tomatoes, sliced onions, pickles, and a slice of cheese on top. I can’t forget about the sauces, either! Some Big Mac sauce, ketchup, BBQ sauce, spicy mayo, or hot honey sauce is always delicious. When I’m craving a lighter meal, I’ll chop up the patties and serve them on top of a green salad or grain bowl. To freeze: The homemade chicken patties also freeze well before and after cooking (let them cool before storing). Separate each patty with a piece of parchment paper or wax paper, keep them in a ziplock bag or airtight container, and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat: Pop the thawed or frozen patties back in the air fryer and reheat at 375ºF for 5 to 8 minutes or until they’re warmed through.
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