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Easy Way To Reheat Fried Chicken in Air Fryer

Reheating fried chicken in the air fryer is a simple way to bring back its crisp texture without drying it out. This method keeps the coating crunchy while warming the inside evenly, making leftovers taste fresh again.
Course Main Course, Main dishes
Cuisine American, International
Keyword air fry, air fryer, chicken in the air fryer, chicken tenders, chicken wings, crispy, fried chicken in the air, leftover, leftover fried chicken, reheat, reheat chicken, reheat fried chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 2 Pieces
Calories 64kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Take the leftover fried chicken out of the fridge and let it sit briefly at room temperature. Preheat the air fryer to 430°Farenheit (220°Celsius).
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the basket without overlapping so the hot air can circulate evenly.
  • Air fry for 4 minutes, flip, then cook for another 4 minutes until hot and crispy, checking the internal temperature before serving.

Video

Notes

  • If you want extra crispy skin on your chicken, lightly brush it with a little oil or butter before reheating. This will help restore its crispiness.
  • Avoid stacking the chicken in the air fryer basket, as this can cause uneven reheating. It's best to lay the pieces flat with some space in between.
  • If your chicken is thick or large, you may need to add an extra minute or two to ensure it's heated all the way through.
  • If you want to reheat but don't have an air fryer, the microwave would also work.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.01g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 2mg | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 0.2mg | Iron: 0.04mg