Recipes

There are few foods quite as satisfying as chicken breasts. They’re incredibly simple, and yet also incredibly versatile. There are so many interesting and unique ways to serve them and so many interesting ingredients that you can easily combine them up with!

However, because there are so many potential ways to cook chicken breasts, it can be daunting trying to choose just one way to do it. How can you possibly choose among the millions of recipes found across the internet?

Well, let us do the hard part, and read on down below as we take you through 15 of the very best bone-in chicken breast recipes (see also ‘27 Juicy And Delicious Air-Fryer Chicken Recipes‘) that we have found . There are some seriously amazing recipes to be found here, so you’ll not want to miss out!

1. Baked Split Chicken Breast

Garlic is easily the main event with this dish! With just some simple ingredients and a little baking time, you’ll have amazingly golden chicken breasts that are simply oozing with garlic flavor!

The recipe process causes the chicken breasts to become incredibly tender, and you’ll practically feel them melt away in your mouth.

The garlicky flavor of the dish makes this an awesome treat for colder months, as it will quickly warm you up. You can also easily serve it up alongside countless varied sides to elevate its favorite even more!

2. Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken

The best thing about this dish is easily just how quickly you can put it all together. The prep time is only around 5 minutes, and then you simply leave the chicken in the crock pot to cook slowly, absorbing all of the flavors from the various herbs and spices, and the balsamic sauce mix.

This is an easy dish to make that you can throw into the crock pot and forget about for a few hours, making it perfect for anyone on a busy schedule, or if you just want a simple but heartwarming dinner. The chicken becomes so tender that it easily falls off of the bone!

3. Air Fryer Bone-In Chicken

Air fryers have totally revolutionized the world of home cooking. They’re easy to use, create amazing food, and are much healthier than traditional methods of frying.

Air fryers are so good that you can even cook perfect bone-in chicken breasts within them! This makes this a perfect recipe for anyone that wants an easy dinner.

What sets this recipe apart from the competition is its simple combination of ingredients that easily draw out the flavors of the meat.

Brown sugar is one of the highlights of this recipe. As it cooks in the air fryer it takes on a wonderful caramel flavor and a slight crispiness that matches perfectly with the garlic powder, paprika, and oregano included in the seasoning mix.

4. Baked Bone-In Chicken Breast

Baking chicken breasts can be a great way to cook a simple but fulfilling meal. The baking process is slow and careful, which allows the chicken to become incredibly tender and soft.

Baking chicken also allows the meat to absorb the flavors of anything it is cooked with, so this recipe takes advantage of that with a lemon-infused marinade that adds a citrusy bite to the meat. Minced garlic, rosemary, and oregano combine together to help bring that lemon flavor even further!

5. Roasted Chicken Breast With Butternut Squash

How can you make roasted chicken breast taste even better? Roast it up alongside some butternut squash!

The roasting process not only causes the chicken to become incredibly soft and tender but also causes the butternut squash to become incredibly tender. This is a medley of flavors that melt away in your mouth and release their tastes with ease!

6. Crispy Oven Roasted Chicken Breast

We know that you’ll simply adore the crispy texture of these bone-in chicken breasts! The cooking process detailed in this recipe creates a crispy texture around the outside of the chicken breasts that soon gives way to incredible tenderness from the meat found within.

The combination of ingredients that helps to create this crispy texture is actually deceptively simple, mostly made up of garlic powder, black pepper, and chili powder! These combine together to create a fiery dish that will awaken your taste buds.

7. Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts

These chicken breasts are so incredibly juicy that it is almost unbelievable. Every single bite of the dish releases a new combination of flavors that easily spreads throughout every inch of your mouth, and warms you up deep inside.

The juices are so plentiful that this is also a great dish to serve up alongside rice or mashed potatoes, which will easily absorb the flavors, so that not a drop goes to waste!

8. Cast Iron Chicken

Want a way to make baking chicken more exciting? It’s easy! Just make use of a cast iron skillet, and bake your chicken breasts up. This method helps to give the chicken a slightly smokey note to its taste, which is incredibly satisfying!

We also recommend serving up the chicken alongside some roasted vegetables, as the warming taste of the vegetables is a perfect match with the taste of the chicken!

9. Roast Bone-In Chicken Breasts

This is such an awesome dish to make. It’s incredibly easy to put together, and you’ll be so glad you did! The combination of flavors derived from oregano, rosemary, and garlic is to die for, and will quickly light your mouth up with warming flavor.

The inclusion of the bone in the recipe helps to add a natural flavor to it all, and the bones are naturally full of micronutrients that are great for your health!

10. Green Chile Chicken Chili

Simply cook the chicken breasts with the bones still in, and then shred the tender meat into this green chili recipe, and within no time, you will have an excellent twist on a Mexican staple food!

The way that the bone helps to give some extra flavor to the chicken is magical, and the use of green chilis in the overall dish helps to make this a dish you won’t want to miss!

11. Garlic And Soy Roasted Chicken And Mushrooms

Is there a flavor combination more iconic than chicken and mushroom? It’s a combination that will always stand the test of time, and this recipe helps to make it even better.

We need not mention how well the ingredients go together, and how much you’ll enjoy the resulting meal!

12. Zesty Chicken Marinara

Serving up some bone-in chicken breasts with a bed of spaghetti and marinara sauce is a great way to make chicken breasts taste better than they ever have done before!

13. Cornmeal Crusted Baked Chicken

The cornmeal crust added to these chicken breasts helps to not only add some textural excitement to the meat but also help to add a slightly sweet but warming flavor to it. Best of all, adding the crust to this recipe is incredibly easy, and takes next to no time at all.

This recipe results in a chicken breast feast that can easily be served with any side you can imagine!

14. Slow Cooked Cranberry Chicken

Cranberries not only add a sweetness to the chicken in this recipe but also a slight smokiness that makes this a perfect dish to serve up in the colder months of the winter! It makes the absolute most of bone-in chicken, to create a fulfilling dish that is easy to eat!

15. Instant Pot Chicken Curry

One of the most difficult things about curry is that it can be hard to find recipes that are healthy but still contain plenty of flavor. This is a recipe that not only is bursting with flavor but is also incredibly healthy.

However, just because it is healthy does not mean it is lacking in fulfilling tastes that will easily delight your palate!

If you have some leftover taco meat but aren’t in the mood for taking the time to prepare a few more the next day, the good news is that there are a huge number of other recipes that can make use of some second-hand meat that will taste just as good, if not better, than the tortilla snack we are all so familiar with.

Whether you have some meat left over that you want to make use of, or you know you’re going to have some extra in the near future that you would hate to see go to waste, here are 20 delicious recipes that you can use your leftover taco meat to prepare.

How Long Does Leftover Taco Meat Last?

As long as you keep cooked taco meat in the fridge, it can be stored and safely eaten for up to three to four days, however it’s never advised to go over this limit since bacteria may have spread through it by this point, making it inedible and potentially dangerous to eat.

Therefore, once you’ve finished a taco feast, always place any of the leftover meat in the fridge rather than leaving it on the counter so that you can use it for some of these delicious recipes rather than throwing it away.

1. Beef Enchilada Casserole

This casserole recipe contains a few layers of ingredients to make each and every bite as flavorful as possible, and not to mention, it can be made in barely any time at all.

Alongside the leftover ground beef from the tacos, this casserole is also packed with beans, tortillas and some cheese to make for the perfect blend of flavors that is elegantly topped off with some enchilada sauce.

2. Spicy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Even if you only have a little bit of extra meat left over from your taco feast, this poblano peppers recipe only requires a small amount of meat since it is packed full of a whole range of other tasty ingredients to add as much flavor as possible and can be made in just a few minutes.

With the spicy peppers being stuffed with chicken, crunchy veggies and a few spices to ramp the heat up just a little bit more, these are perfect as an afternoon treat.

3. Nachos

While a crunchy bowl of nachos is definitely tasty on its own, by simply adding a layer of some leftover taco meat to the dish, it can allow the flavor to stand out even more while still retaining that familiar crispiness that we all love nachos so much for.

This recipe can also work with tater tots, simply mix in any leftover meat you may have and you can create a downright delightful appetizer that goes down perfectly for parties and family gatherings.

4. French Bread Taco Pizza

The French bread in this recipe is split horizontally and covered in taco sauce along with some leftover meat and a whole host of healthy ingredients and extra additions to make for a delightful evening appetizer that you can either serve as one big piece, or you can cut it up into smaller chunks depending on how many people you plan to feed, the choice is entirely up to you.

5. Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of trying the crunchwrap supreme from Taco Bell, this homemade version tastes just as good and is layered with ground leftover meat, creamy jalapeno sauce, queso and sour cream to give it that familiar soft and creamy texture that blends so well with the rich tasting meat.

Additionally, this DIY crunchwrap supreme can also be made in just a few minutes, making it perfect as a quick lunch or an evening appetizer than can be made on the go.

6. Burritos

If you still want to prepare a festive feast but want a change-up from regular tacos, you can never go wrong with what many people consider to be its cousin, the burrito.

Since they often already share the same meat as their filling, you can easily use some leftover taco meat to pack a burrito full of that deep and rich meaty flavor that is complimented so well by some beans, rice, tomatoes and lettuce, and the best part is that since there are so many ingredients packed into this burrito, you won’t need too much leftover meat to make them.

7. Hash Brown Taco Casserole

You’ll have a hard time finding anyone who doesn’t love the soft and chewy texture of a hash brown, however an easy way to make it even more delicious is to cover it with cheese, a little dose of cream, some chopped tomatoes and of course, a good amount of leftover meat to round the whole dish off, perfect as a late evening appetizer to enjoy as the sun goes down.

8. Cheeseburger Mac And Cheese

This skillet recipe may sound a little unusual at first glance, however, once you get a taste of that creamy mac and cheese flavor mixed in with the delicious serving of leftover taco meat, you will quickly understand why many people say that this dish manages to taste just like a cheeseburger, despite looking like a regular bowl of mac and cheese.

With a few cloves of garlic thrown into the mix along with some tomato sauce and a few onions, this is a unique recipe that you really won’t want to miss out on if you or someone you know loves the meaty taste of a hamburger.

9. Taco Style Spaghetti

There really is no better weeknight dinner that is guaranteed to keep the whole family satisfied than a classic taco-style spaghetti, and luckily, you won’t need to take too much time learning the basics of this recipe since it’s very much the same as cooking a regular pot of spaghetti, but with a few additional ingredients mixed in including a few onions to add a more chewy texture and some delicious sour cream.

10. Homemade Sloppy Joe’s

The classic sloppy joe’s recipe can be made to be just as delightful as we all remember it being from our childhoods by using some leftover taco meat as the base and adding in some bell peppers along with a few different types of sauces to create the messy sandwich that so many of us love snacking on so much.

It’s advised to always serve a sloppy joe sandwich in a buttered and toasted bun to add that extra bit of crunchiness to an otherwise fairly soft dish.

11. Southwest Frittata

These frittatas are packed with so many ingredients, it not only makes them a sheer delight to munch on at any time of the day, but it also makes them incredibly nutrient-dense, especially with how many crunchy veggies are packed into the delightful mixture.

Alongside the vegetables, this hearty recipe also makes use of rice, cheese and of course, some leftover meat to create a dish that really can be enjoyed at any time of the day whether that be as a tasty brunch to keep you going for the day ahead, or even as a fulfilling breakfast option.

12. Chili

The leftover taco meat really helps to cut down a tremendous amount of cooking time in this classic chili recipe, allowing you to focus on chopping up and mixing the rest of the ingredients which include green chilies, baked beans and sweet tomatoes.

Once the extra ingredients are ready to go, that really all there is to making this luscious appetizer or evening meal that contains the perfect blend of being both meaty, but also slightly fruity thanks to the tomatoes.

13. Taco Tomatoes

These low-carb snacks really are perfect for when you only have a small amount of leftover meat that you want to use as part of a juicy and delicious, but also healthy appetizer.

The ripe beefsteak tomatoes in this dish are packed with a few ingredients including mushrooms, lettuce and leftover ground beef to give it a very poignant and rich flavor that blends so elegantly with the juiciness of the tomatoes.

Don’t forget to add a wallop or two of sour cream to add a bit of soft creaminess to the overall taste and texture.

14. Loaded Taco Bake

Maybe you’re craving a little more of that familiar meaty taco taste but don’t have enough meat to go through with creating another batch.

If this is the case, then a delicious loaded taco bake might be just what you’re looking for, being packed full of contrasting ingredients that come together to make a dish that can be shared around the dinner table easily since so much can be made at once.

With some extra vegetables and fruit also being part of the mixture including some crunchy broccoli and juicy tomatoes, you can also be sure this recipe is a little healthier when compared to the standard tacos we are all so familiar with.

15. Baked Empanadas

The only real issue when it comes to empanadas is just how addictive they are, however this issue is largely mitigated when using leftover meat as it means the majority of the cooking has already been done and all that’s left to do is prepare the delicately soft casing which is packed with meat, Monterey Jack Cheese, black peppers, butter and a few other creamy ingredients to create an appetizer which is a pure delight on the taste buds.

16. Taco Crescent Rolls

These crescent rolls may look fairly similar to regular tacos, but the main difference is that not only are they a lot easier to make, but they actually taste quite a bit different due to the slightly different ingredients which tend to be a little creamier and not as spicy.

All you need to do to make these light snacks is wrap your leftover taco meat and some cheese in the puff pastry, and then proceed to fry them up, and these satisfying snacks will be ready to serve.

17. Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Many people say that sweet potatoes can be stuffed with pretty much anything, and while that’s certainly true, using leftover taco meat helps to give them a much more vibrant and tasteful flavor, especially when mixed onions, carrots, tomatoes and some lovely taco seasoning.

The real star of the show however is the crunchiness of the sweet potato which helps to add another layer of crunchiness to make for a pleasant sensation each time you go to take a bite, and trust us, it’s hard not to go for seconds once you do.

18. 20 Minute Taco Pie

If you really want to get experimental and try out a new recipe that puts a delightful spin on a classic food that we all hold dear to our hearts, this easy-to-make taco pie doesn’t even require you to spend time making the crust, simply use crescent rolls for the base and pack the middle full of your leftover meat.

When it’s prepared and ready to eat, serve it alongside some rice or a side salad and you will have yourself a fulfilling meal that is perfect to whip up when you need something to eat on the go for when you’re in a hurry.

19. Keto Taco Cups

Keto-friendly, easy to make and downright delicious on the taste buds, even if you just have a tiny bit of leftover meat from your taco feast the day before, any amount is enough to fill these cups up so that they are packed full of flavor with each and every bite.

While they do resemble tacos a little in their taste, since they are a lot smaller and far easier to make, these are a great substitute when you want to prepare something a little different, not to mention, they are a must-have at parties and gatherings as a miniature but delicious treat for everyone to try out.

20. Quesadilla

You can’t go wrong with the classic quesadilla, even if you’re using leftover meat, it still tastes as good as we all remember, especially with some avocado dipping sauce on the side to add a light and refreshing touch to the entire dish.

Make sure to prepare a big batch if you have enough meat left-over since you can be sure people will be asking for seconds as soon as that first bite is taken.

Summary

No matter how much leftover taco meat you have left, you will still be able to make a delicious recipe the day after that will taste just as good, if not better than the real thing.

Air frying is one of the best ways to prepare a juicy and delicious chicken meal.

Not only does it helps to make the texture as tender and crispy as possible, but it also allows you to prepare a meal for the whole family in usually no longer than 30 minutes, not to mention, air frying is incredibly easy to get the hang of and is a much healthier way to prepare your favorite foods as opposed to other cooking methods.

However, while there are so many different chicken recipes out there that you can make, there are some that benefit from being air-fried a lot more than others, which is what we have taken a look into today.

Here are some of the tastiest and most appetizing chicken recipes that you can whip up in the air-fryer in no time.

1. Air-Fryer Chicken Wings

Starting with the classic, many chicken enthusiasts argue that there really is no better way to prepare some juicy, flavorful and tender chicken wings than in the air-fryer, and they’re certainly not wrong.

With a nice kick of heat thanks to the cayenne seasoning, and being ready to serve in just a few minutes, this recipe gives the wings a nice crunch that’s a pure delight with each and every bite you take.

2. Air-Fryer Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Marinated chicken on a stick has never tasted so good than when it’s heated up in the air-fryer so that all the natural flavors can bubble to the top, making for an extremely healthy and keto-friendly recipe that can be made in less than 20 minutes.

We would recommend a few tomatoes or other crunchy veggies on the side to complement the chicken as much as possible.

3. Air-Fryer Chicken Taco Pockets

This all-in-one recipe packs so many ingredients into the delicate and soft crescent dough casing that it makes each and every bite as flavorful as possible which, of course, is only enhanced by that rich flavor of some air-fried rotisserie chicken.

Ready in just 25 minutes and with an extra addition of sour cream to finish the whole meal off, this recipe works perfectly as a quick and easy mid-week treat when you don’t want to spend too much time preparing the meal.

4. Air-Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters

Part of the beauty of chicken legs is that they can be served in so many different ways, whether it be as part of a tasty and succulent solo afternoon meal, or to share with friends and family for a gathering or special occasion, and when they are cooked up in an air-fryer, it makes their juicy flavor even more memorable.

With no breading required and with just a hint of seasoning to spice things up, this is an extremely versatile and healthy recipe that goes just as well in a salad as it does as part of a stir-fry, making for an endless amount of options.

5. Breaded Air-Fryer Chicken Tenders

It’s impossible to talk about any kind of chicken recipe and not mention many people’s favorite, the chicken tender.

By air-frying them, you can cut out a lot of the grease and fat while still retaining a lot of the extremely rich and appetizing flavor that these smaller bites are known for.

You can either go takeout style and serve them alongside some fries and hot sauce, or serve them with a delightful mixture of pasta and veggies for a meal that’s a little on the healthier side.

6. Air-Fryer Chicken Schnitzel

If you’re a fan of chicken that gives you a nice crunch each time you bite down on it, these boneless pieces of chicken are covered in breadcrumbs and then heated up in the air-fryer to give them the perfect mixture of a moist and juicy core, with a crunchy outside coating that works perfectly as an evening appetizer to serve alongside some dipping sauce, or just as a simply but healthy late night snack.

7. Air-Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Wings

For many of us who enjoy chicken, there really is no better way to compliment them and bring out their natural flavors than a dose of sweet and sticky sauce, and air-frying the chicken not only helps to balance out the nutritional value, it also makes preparing this delightful chicken recipe as easy as can be.

25 minutes is all it takes to whip up these chicken pieces which are downright delicious to snack on and perfect to share with family and guests around the dinner table.

8. Spicy Air-Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Speaking of sweet flavors, a fan-favorite when it comes to putting a vibrant and delicious spin on the regular chicken flavor is a sweet and zesty dose of lemon flavoring, however, this recipe goes a step further by mixing both lemon and pepper to create the perfect blend between spice and sweetness.

As if that didn’t sound appetizing enough, alongside the chicken, these are the only two additional ingredients needed to prepare this delightful chicken recipe that you can be sure will leave everyone who tastes it fully satisfied.

9. Air-Fryer Orange Chicken

This recipe is a slightly healthier take on the classic Chinese take-out option, however this isn’t to say that the tangy and rich flavor that makes orange chicken so recognizable is lost, in fact, it’s enhanced even more when heated in the air-fryer for just 20 to 25 minutes.

When served alongside some rice or quinoa, orange chicken is an easy way to please those guests coming over who might prefer a tangy flavor over one that’s too sweet or sour.

10. Thai Peanut Chicken

If you’ve never had the pleasure of trying some Thai peanut chicken before, you’re missing out on a hidden gem when it comes to Asian chicken meals as this mouthwatering recipe makes full use of peanut sauce which is made from a delightful mixture of soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, garlic, ginger and a little bit of lime which gives it just the right amount of spice without the taste ever going overboard.

11. Air-Fryer Chicken Cutlets

Whole chicken cutlets are delicious when picked up from a takeout, unfortunately they do use a lot of oil to give them as much flavor as possible. This recipe does away with the oil and uses an air-fryer to put a healthy spin on this popular chicken recipe that still manages to retain that flavorful and rich taste that we all love so much.

While they can be used as the main meat for a bigger meal, because chicken cutlets are a lot smaller in size than many of their counterparts, they can just as easily be used as part of a sandwich or chopped up and mixed in with a salad to add an extra dose of meaty goodness.

12. Air-Fryer Popcorn Chicken

Popcorn chicken has been around for so long now, it’s hard to imagine not seeing it on the menu of any fast food restaurant you step into.

However, you don’t just need to pick them up from a fast food chain as popcorn chicken can be made easily with an air-fryer and not only will they come out a lot healthier, but they can also be served in so many different ways whether it’s for dinner, a light snack or as a late evening appetizer.

If you have a bit of free time you can set aside, it’s well worth marinating the diced-up chicken to really bring out as much flavor as possible with each and every bite.

13. Air-Fryer Salted Egg Chicken

Sweet, savory and with a tiny hint of spice to round the whole flavor off, this salted egg chicken uses a whole host of ingredients to make for an incredibly filling and satisfying meal that will have you hooked even just from the appetizing smell.

Corn flour, egg, rice, wine and fresh chillis are just a few of the ingredients that blend together to add as much delicious flavor to the healthy air-fried chicken as possible.

14. Air-Fryer Sesame Chicken

While this recipe can take a little bit of time to prepare, it’s still well worth it, being completely gluten-free and coated with a delicate glaze of soy sauce, brown sugar and orange juice to help create an overall flavor that is as sweet as it is savory.

When paired with a blend of rice and veggies, it makes for an incredibly tasty meal that you won’t want to miss out on.

15. Air-Fryer Chicken Parmesan

With a nice and crispy parmesan coating mixed with a juicy and tender core, if you’re thinking of preparing a dish that everyone is guaranteed to enjoy, you really can’t go wrong with some air-fried parmesan chicken.

Not only is it incredibly healthy and nutrient-dense, but when paired with some zoodles, pasta or steamed veg, it makes for an incredible pick-me-up meal to get you ready for the day ahead.

16. Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs

While they have always been well known for being some of the most flavorful and juiciest parts of a chicken you can eat, the only real downside to chicken thighs is the sheer amount of time it can take to cook them.

Luckily, the air-fryer avoids this issue entirely and allows you to heat up some tender thighs in just 20 minutes, meaning as soon as you’re done chopping up the extra ingredients, the chicken will already be piping hot and ready to serve. Don’t forget to sprinkle a dash of paprika to make the taste stand out as much as possible.

17. Air-Fryer Sweet And Sour Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken is usually reserved only for the very best chefs who know how to strike the perfect blend between the two flavors, however, this recipe substitutes a few ingredients to make the dish far easier to prepare, while still retaining that delightful mixture of flavors that we all love so much.

With the chicken being ready to serve in just 20 minutes and with pineapple juice being used as the substitute for tomato ketchup, the air-fryer makes this fan-favorite recipe easier than ever to make.

18. Honey BBQ Wings

There are not many people out there who don’t love the sticky yet moist texture of honey bbq wings, however, while they may be an extremely popular choice at many takeout restaurants, there’s no need to sit around waiting for them to cook when you can easily whip them up in the air-fryer, not to mention, it makes these mouthwatering appetizers even healthier, which is never a bad thing.

19. Air-Fryer Chicken Breasts

You can’t talk about delicious chicken recipes and leave out what is most probably the most popular serving of them all, the chicken breast, however rather than cooking it in the oven and just sprinkling a few spices on it, why not throw it in the air fryer to really let the natural juices become as prominent and tasty as possible.

Since they are so filling and can be made in just a few minutes, these air-fried chicken breasts are an excellent choice when you’re on the go, or want to prepare something quickly when you’re expecting guests.

20. Air-Fryer Chick-Fil-A Nuggets

If you’ve ever tried out Chick-Fil-A’s renowned chicken nuggets, you know that they manage to strike a perfect balance between being slightly crispy on the outside, while still having an extremely juicy core that makes them a delight to bite into, especially with a serving of dipping sauce.

The good news is you can make the exact same types of nuggets with just a handful of ingredients including a few eggs, some pickle juice, bread crumbs and of course, the chicken breast, and better yet, they can be made in half the time thanks to the air-fryer.

21. Buffalo Chicken Flautas

With some rich-tasting air-fried rotisserie chicken wrapped tightly in a tortilla wrap packed with garlic and onion powder and a side of cream cheese and buffalo sauce, if you’re looking for an all-in-one meal where you barely even need to use your hands during the preparation, these chicken flautas benefit massively from being air-fried since it helps make the chicken as tender as possible.

22. Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Bacon and chicken is one of those combos that really do go perfectly together, and this couldn’t be more true than with this delicious meal that works great as a seasonal dish to serve for a special occasion or gathering.

With the tenderized air-fried chicken being wrapped in a coating of crispy bacon and stuffed full of cheese and asparagus, along with any other fresh ingredients you may want to add in there, this recipe is a real delicacy that you will definitely want to try out if you have the ingredients ready.

23. Air-Fryer Coconut Chicken

Crispy, crunchy and completely oil-free, this delightful twist on the regular chicken strip recipe enhances their flavor even more by dipping them in a mixture of egg and coconut panko to make them crispy while still being fairly moist, even without any dipping sauce on the side.

Considering you can make a bulk of these chicken strips at once in the air-frier, it’s never a bad idea to try them out, especially since they require such few ingredients.

24. Air-Fryer Chicken Sausages

Chicken sausages are one of the most unique ways you can prepare a chicken dish, and while many people are usually hesitant to stray away from the regular pork variant that we all are so familiar with, if you ever do get your hands on some chicken sausages, rather than heating them up in the oven, it’s always worth cooking them in the air-fryer since it grants them a slightly crispy exterior while keeping them incredibly juicy on the inside.

25. Air-Fryer Parmesan Wings

This flavorful twist on the regular air-fried wing recipe uses a combination of garlic, parmesan and butter to create a creamy sensation on the taste buds that is just too good not to try out, especially since it uses such few ingredients.

To make these wings even better, since they use no oil at all, you can be sure they’re as healthy as possible so you won’t need to worry about the calorie count while enjoying them.

26. Air-Fryer Chicken Fajitas

When combined with some steamed and crunchy vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower or carrots, chicken fajitas are one of those dishes that can really be enjoyed for any time of the day whether it’s as a hearty afternoon meal, an evening appetizer to close off the day, or even as a late-night snack for when you get that meaty craving but don’t want to spend too much time making a large meal.

27. Air-Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

While bang bang chicken is one of those types of chicken that is purely irresistible once you take the first bite, the main issue is that more often than not, it’s deep-fried and contains a huge amount of oil to prepare which can usually make it more of an unhealthy snack enjoyed on those rare occasions.

It doesn’t have to be this way however, by air-frying the chicken you can instead make this delicious dish in half the time, and with no oil needed and with just a few of the ingredients substituted, suddenly this dish becomes not only fairly nutrient-dense, but also simple to make for when you get that bang bang chicken craving.

Summary

If you want to prepare the most flavorful chicken possible so that you can make a meal that everyone will remember for its delicious taste and texture, an air-fryer is definitely the way to go and considering there are a huge number of ways you can make an exciting chicken-based meal using the air-fryer, if you don’t yet have one, it’s definitely worth picking up so that you can prepare some of the tastiest meat-based meals possible for everyone to enjoy.

Not to mention, air-fryers also allow you to prepare a meal in usually only a few minutes, meaning you can cook up a tasty dish as soon as you get that chicken craving without having to wait around.