Indulge in a flavorful and convenient meal with this recipe for Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes...cooked to perfection in aluminum foil packets!
This hassle-free cooking method ensures juicy, tender chicken and crispy, seasoned potatoes every time.
Enjoy a delicious and satisfying dish with minimal cleanup – perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Discover the ultimate convenience and flavor with our air fryer chicken and potatoes cooked in convenient aluminum foil packets.
These packets lock in moisture and flavor, resulting in succulent, juicy chicken and perfectly crispy potatoes infused with aromatic seasonings.
Whether you're looking for a quick recipe to add to your Weekly Meal Plan or a fuss-free meal for entertaining, this recipe delivers both taste and convenience!
Looking for more air fryer Family Dinner Ideas? Try my Air Fryer Chicken Breast, Air Fryer Potatoes and Carrots or my Sweet Potato Fries for a fun side dish!
New to Air Frying?
If you're just getting started with air frying, check out all the tips and tricks included in my Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners digital cookbook.
Included is everything you need to make delicious, crispy food without all the hassle.
Table of Contents
- New to Air Frying?
- Recipe Notes
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- 📋Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Expert Tip
- Air Fryer Cooking Instructions
- Before you Begin!
- Recipe FAQ's
- Make it a Meal
- Storing, Freezing, Thawing and Reheating Tips
- More Recipes You'll Love!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Recipe Notes
Select ingredients that cook at a similar rate to ensure even cooking. Vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions work well with proteins like chicken, fish, or shrimp.
Spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray or brush it with oil to prevent the food from sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
Cut vegetables and proteins into uniform sizes to ensure they cook evenly and are done at the same time.
Leave some space between the ingredients and the top of the foil packet to allow room for steam to circulate and for the food to expand as it cooks.
Seal the foil packets tightly to trap steam and prevent juices from leaking out during cooking. Fold the edges of the foil over the ingredients and crimp them tightly to create a secure seal.
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
📋Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- You can really change up the flavor of this dish just by switching the seasonings.
- Try my Homemade Poultry Seasoning Mix!
- I used Yukon Gold Potatoes, but feel free to use your favorite potato.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Cut the potatoes and chicken into bite sized pieces.
Step 2: Coat the chicken and potatoes with the olive oil and seasonings.
Step 3: Place the chicken and potatoes on a piece of foil that's been sprayed with non stick cooking spray.
Step 4: Wrap the foil around the chicken and potatoes to make packets.
Expert Tip
It's a good idea to spray the aluminum foil with non-stick cooking spray before wrapping chicken and potatoes up in a foil packet.
This helps prevent the food from sticking to the foil during cooking and makes it easier to remove the food from the packet after it's done cooking.
Air Fryer Cooking Instructions
Step 5: Cook in the air fryer for about 30 minutes at 400°F.
Step 6: Check to see if the potatoes are fork tender and the chicken has reached 165°F.
Step 7: Serve and enjoy!
Before you Begin!
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Recipe FAQ's
To view the answers, simply click on the down arrow (⬇) next to each question. If you have any other questions not answered here, please leave a comment!
Yes, you can wrap chicken in foil and cook it in an air fryer. Make sure to leave enough space around the chicken packet for air to circulate freely in the air fryer basket. Blocking airflow can result in uneven cooking.
The cooking time for chicken wrapped in foil in an air fryer can vary depending on factors like the thickness of the chicken and the specific air fryer model.
However, as a general guideline, you can cook boneless, skinless chicken breasts wrapped in foil in an air fryer at 375°F for approximately 20-25 minutes.
Always check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer to ensure it's cooked thoroughly. The USDA recommends poultry be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Make it a Meal
Try adding an easy garden salad with my Homemade Italian Salad Dressing or if you're looking to add another veggie, check out this recipe for Green Beans Almondine
Storing, Freezing, Thawing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Make sure the chicken and potatoes have cooled to room temperature. Then, transfer them to an airtight container or wrap them tightly in fresh aluminum foil . Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Wrap the leftovers tightly in aluminum foil, or place them in airtight freezer bags to minimize exposure to air and prevent freezer burn. Remember to label the packages with the contents and date of freezing so you can easily identify them later.
Freezing Tip: Consider dividing the leftovers into individual portions before freezing to make it easier to defrost and reheat only what you need.
Thawing Tips: When you're ready to use them, thaw the frozen leftovers overnight in the refrigerator or use the defrost setting on your microwave. Avoid thawing them at room temperature to prevent the risk of bacterial growth.
Reheating Tips: Warm up the thawed leftovers in the air fryer, oven, or microwave until they are heated through. Adjust the temperature to a lower setting and extend the cooking time in the air fryer to avoid drying out the food.
More Recipes You'll Love!
- Check out my other recipe for Chicken Air Fryer Recipe where I cook a chicken half with potatoes and carrots.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes and Green Beans.
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4-6 small potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons all purpose seasoning such as Season All
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Method
- Mix all of the seasonings together in a bowl and set aside.
- Chop the potatoes into bite sized pieces*
- Add potatoes to a bowl of water to prevent oxidation.
- Next chop the chicken into slightly larger bite sized pieces. Add to a separate bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil on both chicken and potatoes.
- Add half the seasoning to the potatoes and the other half to the chicken.
- Mix well, coating all the pieces.
- Spray foil with non stick spray before adding the potatoes then the chicken.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Fold the foil like a tent to keep the hot air inside the foil to cook the food.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove, serve, and enjoy!
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