Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Kiev

Ingredients:

• Frozen chicken Kiev
• Cooking spray or oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350-375°F (175-190°C). The exact temperature may vary depending on your specific air fryer model. Preheating ensures that the chicken cooks evenly and crisps up nicely.
2. Spray or Brush with Oil (Optional): You can lightly spray or brush the frozen chicken Kiev with oil if you want to enhance the crispiness of the coating. However, most frozen chicken Kievs have a fair amount of butter inside, so you may not need to add more oil.
3. Place in the Air Fryer Basket: Arrange the frozen chicken Kievs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd the basket; you may need to cook them in batches if they don’t all fit.
4. Cooking Time: Cook the frozen chicken Kievs for about 20-25 minutes, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time. This time is a general guideline and may vary depending on the size and brand of your chicken Kievs and the specific air fryer model you’re using. It’s essential to cook them until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are thoroughly cooked.
5. Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. If they haven’t reached 165°F after the suggested time, you may need to cook them a little longer. If the coating is not as crispy as you’d like, you can cook them for an additional 2-3 minutes, but be careful not to overcook and dry them out.
6. Serve: Once the frozen chicken Kievs are cooked to your satisfaction, remove them from the air fryer, let them rest for a couple of minutes, and then serve them hot.