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My family has made this so many times, and it turned out juicy and perfect each time. Frozen chicken patties in the air fryer are quick and easy! Made with your favorite frozen chicken patties, you can have a chicken burger in just 10 minutes.

cooked chicken pattie on a sandwich that was made in the air fryer.

QUICK AND EASY AIR FRYER CHICKEN PATTIES

I grew up eating Tyson chicken patties, and now I can make them just as juicy and crispy in half the time.

Tyson Chicken Patties in the air fryer are one of my favorite easy recipes and meals. These premade chicken patties are the best way to get a crispy chicken sandwich on a plate quickly. 

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This recipe is the perfect easy, quick dinner idea. It’s ideal for busy weeknights when you need something on the table quickly.

We love easy air fryer recipes here at AirFryingFoodie.com, and this is one of those easy recipes we can’t get enough of! If you want more, check out our list of over 100 Easy Air Fryer Beginner Recipes.

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You only need to grab your favorite air fryer chicken patties to get started.

Cooking chicken patties in the air fryer is much faster than the conventional oven and much healthier than deep frying.

Air Frying is a better way to make dinner when you need something everyone loves, and you need it fast. There’s no need for hot oil when you can cook just as easily with hot air!

If you’re in a rush, head down to the recipe card below, where we share our favorite tips and tricks for this recipe. You can print it out and read it later!

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INGREDIENTS

  • frozen chicken patties – There are many different brands, but my favorite brand to use is Tyson chicken patties. They’re found in the frozen section at the grocery store.
  • brioche buns – I love to use the store bakery for homemade brioche buns.
  • tomato – optional topping for more flavor
  • slice of cheese – If you love cheese, make sure you grab a slice of American, Cheddar, or your favorite cheese.
  • lettuce – I prefer fresh romain or iceberg lettuce. 
Tyson Frozen Chicken Patties in the bag ready to be placed into the air fryer.
Ingredients needed to make frozen chicken patties in the air fryer into sandwiches.

HOW TO COOK FROZEN CHICKEN PATTIES IN THE AIR FRYER

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 360°F (180°C).

Step 2: Place the Tyson frozen chicken patties in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket.

frozen chicken patties in air fryer basket ready to cook.

Step 3: Air fry the chicken patties at 360°F (182°C) for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Add an additional minute or two for extra crispy patties.

Step 4: Carefully remove the chicken patties from the air fryer basket, add them to hamburger buns, and top with your favorite toppings.

Cooked frozen chicken patties ready to serve.

NOTE: This recipe was made using a Cosori air fryer. If you’re using a different air fryer, for best results, make sure you keep an eye on the chicken patties while they cook.

This is my favorite way to make this easy chicken burger; it only takes 10 minutes!

TIPS

  • Preheat Your Air Fryer: Always preheat your air fryer to around 360°F (180°C) before cooking. This helps cook the chicken patties evenly and makes them crispy.
  • Avoid Overcrowding: Place the chicken patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking and less crispiness. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
  • Flip Halfway Through: Cook the chicken patties for about 8 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. This ensures they are evenly crispy and golden on both sides.
  • Check for Doneness: Ensure the chicken patties reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness for safety.

VARIATIONS

  • Flavor. Add flavor to these chicken patties by choosing different cheese options such as mozzarella, gouda, cheddar, Colby jack, or American. 
  • Bread. Use different breads and buns such as brioche buns, wheat buns, white rolls, ciabatta bread, or plain toasted bread.
  • Seasoning. For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of your favorite seasoning just before or right after cooking. You can also top them with cheese during the last minute of cooking to get a melty topping.
  • Sauce. Change up the flavors by adding sauces such as BBQ sauce, ketchup, mustard, Ranch, honey mustard, or even a zesty burger sauce.

FAQs

How long to cook frozen chicken patties in air fryer?

Cook chicken patties for 8-10 minutes in the air fryer. For crispy patties, add an additional minute or two of cooking time.

How to make homemade chicken patties?

Use fresh, lean ground chicken, flour, and seasonings to create the homemade chicken patties. Air Fry the homemade chicken patties at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, flip, and air fry for an additional 10 minutes.

What are some other ideas I can use for this easy recipe?

Consider adding different toppings and condiments such as mayo, mustard, bbq sauce, dijon mustard, or your other favorite dipping sauce. Top the burgers with red onions, avocado, bell peppers, sauteed onions, and consider using potato buns, wheat buns, or brioche buns. There are a ton of great options!

What are chicken patties?

The chicken patties we talk about here are pre-made, store-bought frozen chicken patties made with chicken that has a nutritional caloric value of about 200 calories for each pattie.

How do I store leftover chicken patties?

Storage. Store leftover chicken patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
Reheating. Reheat leftover breaded chicken patties at 350 degrees F for 2-3 minutes of cooking, or until heated through. 

I hope you enjoy this easy dinner recipe for air fryer frozen chicken patties. It’s one of my family’s favorite recipes.

Tyson frozen chicken patties fully cooked and on a bun, ready to serve.

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Fully cooked sandwich made with frozen chicken patties in the air fryer.
4.82 from 11 votes
Servings: 4

Frozen Chicken Patties in Air Fryer

By Jen
Frozen chicken patties in the air fryer are quick and easy! Made with your favorite brand of frozen chicken patties, you can have a chicken burger in just 10 minutes. Top them with all of your favorite toppings and condiments for a quick and easy dinner.
Prep: 1 minute
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 11 minutes
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Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients 

  • 4 chicken patties, frozen, I use Tyson

Optional Additions

  • tomato
  • cheese
  • lettuce
  • hamburger buns
  • onion

Instructions 

  • Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 360°F (180°C).
  • Place the Tyson frozen chicken patties in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket.
  • Air fry the chicken patties at 360°F (182°C) for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Add an additional minute or two for extra crispy patties.
  • Carefully remove the chicken patties from the air fryer basket, add them to hamburger buns, and top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

This recipe was made using a Cosori air fryer. If you’re using a different air fryer, for best results, make sure you keep an eye on the chicken patties while they cook.
Consider adding different toppings and condiments such as mayo, mustard, bbq sauce, dijon mustard, or your other favorite dipping sauce. Top the burgers with red onions, avocado, bell peppers, sauteed onions, and consider using potato buns, wheat buns, or brioche buns. There are a ton of great options!

Nutrition

Calories: 718kcal, Protein: 62g, Fat: 50g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g, Monounsaturated Fat: 21g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 251mg, Sodium: 234mg, Potassium: 631mg, Vitamin A: 468IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 37mg, Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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