Air-Fryer Tyson Chicken Patties: Quick, Crispy, And Delicious!

Cooking Tyson chicken patties in an air fryer is a quick and easy option for a weeknight dinner or a tasty snack. The patties can go straight from the freezer into the air fryer, with no need to defrost them first. It is best to cook them in a single layer to ensure even cooking, and you can expect them to be ready in around 10 minutes.

Cooking instructions

Step 1: Preparation

Before you begin, it is important to note that you should not thaw or defrost the chicken patties before cooking. They should be cooked directly from frozen to save time without compromising taste and texture.

It is also important to preheat your air fryer to ensure the patties cook evenly and to achieve the desired crispiness. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.

Step 2: Arrange the Patties

Arrange the frozen patties in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are in a single layer and not overlapping. Allow space in between them for even cooking. You can cook between 2-4 patties at a time, depending on the size of your air fryer.

Step 3: Air Fry

Air fry the chicken patties for 8-12 minutes at 400°F/200°C, flipping them halfway through. Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and assemble your sandwich or meal. These patties are versatile and can be served in a variety of ways, such as in a bun with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and your favourite condiments, or sliced up and served with veggies, in a wrap, or on a salad.

Reheating Instructions:

To reheat, place the chicken patties in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350°F. Do not reheat them in the microwave, as this will make them soggy.

Tips:

• For extra crispiness, cook the patties for an additional 1-3 minutes.
• If you want to add cheese to your patties, do so after they are finished cooking. Close the air fryer and let the residual heat melt the cheese.
• If you are cooking a second batch, start with 6-7 minutes instead of 8-10 minutes as the air fryer will already be hot.
• Always check your food as it cooks, as air frying can be a trial and error process, and all air fryers run a bit differently.
• If you are using cooking spray, give each frozen chicken patty a light coating on both sides before air frying. This will help them get extra crispy.
• Season the patties to taste before cooking for better flavour infusion.

Storage:

You can store leftover chicken patties in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but they are best made to order. Do not refreeze them.

How to make chicken patties crispy

Chicken patties are a great option for a quick and easy meal, and even better, they can be made crispy and tasty in an air fryer!

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

First, you'll want to trim and pound your chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1 inch. Then, cut each breast in half. You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, or ground chicken/turkey. Add the chicken to a large bowl or ziploc bag with pickle juice or lemon juice. The acid in the juice will act as a brine, keeping the chicken moist and adding flavour. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, then pat dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Prepare the Breading

For the breading, you'll need flour (all-purpose or gluten-free), an egg, and breadcrumbs (regular or panko). For an extra crispy texture, spread the breadcrumbs on a baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. For the flour, you can also use almond flour, oat flour, or whole wheat flour. In one shallow bowl, mix together the flour, seasonings, and an optional twist of confectioner's sugar. In another bowl, whisk the egg with some mustard, and in a third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.

Step 3: Bread the Chicken

Now, it's time to coat the chicken! First, dip the chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it in the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Finally, dip the chicken completely in the breadcrumbs, pressing down with your fingers to help it stick.

Step 4: Air Fry the Chicken

Preheat your air fryer to between 360-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, and place the chicken inside in a single layer, leaving space between each patty. Spray the top of the chicken with cooking spray, and air fry for about 5 minutes. Spray the top again, flip the chicken, spray once more, and cook for another 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 155-165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Tips for Crispy Chicken Patties:

• Don't skip pounding the chicken to an even thickness, or it may burn or overcook.
• Use panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest results.
• Crisp the breadcrumbs in the oven before breading the chicken.
• Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket, cook in batches if needed.
• Don't overcook the chicken, or it will dry out.

Enjoy your crispy, juicy, and tender chicken patties!

How to melt cheese on top

Yes, you can cook Tyson chicken patties in an air fryer. In fact, some Tyson packages have "air fryer" instructions on them. However, some sources claim that the time and temperature provided don't give the best results.

First, preheat your air fryer to 390-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, place your frozen chicken patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the air fryer. Set the timer for 7-10 minutes, checking on them occasionally to ensure they don't overcook. Once the patties are heated, place them on a bun inside the air fryer and top with a slice of cheese. Turn off the air fryer completely and let the residual heat melt the cheese—this should take around 30-60 seconds. You can also add toppings like sliced tomato, pickles, lettuce, and avocado sauce.

Some tips to keep in mind:

• If you are making multiple batches, start with 6-7 minutes for the second batch since the air fryer is already preheated.
• To make the patties crispier, cook them for an additional 1-3 minutes.
• If you want to reheat the patties, preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 3-5 minutes.
• If you want to add cheese to something in the air fryer, preheating the air fryer on the hottest setting for 3-4 minutes and then letting the food sit in the hot basket for a minute or two can help the cheese melt and adhere.

Reheating chicken patties

Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer

Firstly, preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Preheating is an important step as it ensures your chicken patties start cooking immediately and helps to achieve a good texture.

Step 2: Place the Chicken Patties

Place your chicken patties into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are in a single layer and not overlapping. Leave space between them to allow for even cooking.

Step 3: Air Fry

Air fry your chicken patties for 3-5 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. You can flip them halfway through for more even cooking.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

Once your patties are thoroughly heated, they are ready to serve. You can place them on a bun with your favourite toppings, or enjoy them as is.

Tips for Perfect Chicken Patties:

• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. It is important to allow for good airflow and circulation, so cook in batches if necessary.
• Flip the patties halfway through cooking to achieve an even colour and crispness on both sides.
• Do not reheat chicken patties in the microwave, as this will make them soggy. The air fryer is a much better option for maintaining crispness and flavour.
• You can store leftover chicken patties in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but they are best enjoyed fresh.

By following these simple steps, you can enjoy delicious and crispy reheated chicken patties from your air fryer.

Serving suggestions

Sandwiches

You can serve the chicken patties in a sandwich with a variety of toppings and sauces. Some suggested toppings include lettuce, tomato, cheese, and onion. You could also add condiments such as mayo, honey mustard, ketchup, barbecue sauce, or mustard.

Chicken Parmesan

Top the chicken patties with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese for a quick version of chicken parmesan. You can serve this with pasta or as a sandwich.

Spicy

For some spice, you can use Tyson spicy chicken patties or cover the original patties in hot sauce. Pepper jack cheese and jalapeno slices are also suggested as spicy toppings.

Salad

You can chop up the chicken patties and enjoy them on a bed of greens or a mixed green salad.

Chicken Wraps

Another option is to cook the patties and make chicken wraps out of them.

Chicken Parmesan

Serve the chicken patties with hot marinara sauce and cheese for a chicken parmesan dish.

Sides

Some suggested sides to serve with the chicken patties include air fryer frozen french fries, air fryer tater tots, fruit salad, or kale apple slaw.

Reheating

You can reheat the chicken patties in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. It is best to reheat them in the air fryer rather than a microwave, as this will keep the breading crispy.

Frequently asked questions