Learn how to cook frozen chicken patties in your air fryer, with almost no prep & 15-20 minutes of cooking. They come out juicy on the inside and a bit crispy on the outside, and are perfect for serving in burger buns or with your favorite sides.
A Versatile Frozen Protein to Keep on Hand
Frozen chicken patties are great treat to have on hand, whether you get the store-bought kind or make them yourself. Not many proteins are this versatile - a burger, a main, a quick snack to gobble down standing over the sink... the possibilities are endless!
I'll even use them to make Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches when I'm too lazy to make shredded chicken.
Cooking them in the air fryer gives the very best result - they come out juicy on the inside, and a bit crispy on the outside. It's also quicker and less greasy than other cooking methods!
You can use any type of chicken patty or burger for this recipe, and you can also make it with turkey patties. They can be breaded, or not, as the ones shown here.
Just Add a Tiny Bit of Oil
You need very little prep for this recipe: just preheat your air fryer (or don't, if you're really in a hurry - it will just increase the cook time slightly!). Then brush the basket + the patties with a little bit of oil. Air fry until done, and that's it!
Top Tips for the Best Result
- Don't defrost the chicken patties. Cook them straight from frozen - it's quicker, easier, and the result is better.
- Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket. Cook in a single-layer and leave some space between the patties for the air to circulate.
- If your patties are frozen together, air fry them like that for a few minutes first, so they thaw just enough for you to separate them. Then spread out and keep going.
- Adjust cook time depending on the size of the patties. This can vary a lot! It will take from 10 to 20 minutes depending on their size and thickness. Cook time can also vary with different air fryers.
- Use a meat thermometer to know when they are done. Even if they're pre-cooked, they should reach at least 165°F (73°C) for safe consumption.
What to Do with Leftovers
Leftovers: Chicken patties are best eaten straight away, so I recommend not cooking more than you will finish. If you do have leftovers it is however possible to store them.
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: I don't recommend re-freezing leftovers.
Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 360°F (180°C) for 5-6 minutes, until heated through.
What To Serve Them With
- Buffalo Ranch Sauce5 Minutes
- Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes25 Minutes
- 5-Minute Blue Cheese Sauce5 Minutes
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes17 Minutes
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Recipe
Frozen Chicken Patties in Air Fryer
PrintIngredients
- 1 frozen chicken patty homemade or store-bought, with or without breading
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil / cooking spray; optional but recommended
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer by running it for 5 minutes at 360°F (180°C).1 tsp olive oil
- Brush the air fryer basket with a bit of the oil, then place the frozen chicken patties in the basket and brush the top with the remaining oil. Cook in a single layer and make sure there is enough room for the air to ciruclate around them.1 frozen chicken patty
- Air fry for 16-18 minutes at 360°F (180°C), flipping once halfway.
- Make sure the patties are done, and if not, add a few more minutes. Then serve with your favorite sauces and sides!
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Notes
- If your patties are frozen together, air fry them like that for a few minutes first, so they thaw just enough for you to separate them. Then spread out and keep going.
- Use a meat thermometer to know when they are done. Even if they're pre-cooked, they should reach at least 165°F (73°C) for safe consumption.
- Leftovers: Leftovers are best eaten straight away, so I recommend not cooking more than you will finish. If you do have leftovers it is however possible to store them.
- Storing leftovers: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: I do not recommend freezing leftovers.
- Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 360°F (180°C) for 5-6 minutes, until heated through.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
