Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

This Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken tastes just like take-out, but BETTER! It’s cheaper and has superior ingredients than most takeout restaurants. You’ll love how easy it is to make, too! Our air fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ teriyaki chicken recipe combines two of the best chicken dinner ideas and combines them into one easy, quick recipe.

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

Air fryers have become a popular kitchen appliance for those who want to enjoy delicious and healthy meals without the extra calories from oil.

One of the many recipes that can be cooked in an air fryer is Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken. This recipe is a perfect combination of tangy and sweet flavors that are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Trader Joe’s is honestly one of the most affordable grocery stores. Plus, they always have new stuff to try. This BBQ Teriyaki Chicken was a big hit in the household.

I have 4 extra bags of this in my freezer along with Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken. They’re both super easy to make!

One of my favorite things about Trader Joe’s is that they never waste any chicken meat. This air fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ teriyaki chicken is made out of chicken leg meat. Another great recipe made out of chicken leg meat is these Trader Joe’s Sweet Apple Chicken Sausages.

Trader Joe’s is an hour away for me, so I always stock up on all my favorite Trader Joe’s Chicken items. Some of my favorites are: Trader Joe’s Pesto Chicken, Trader Joe’s Mini Chicken Tacos, Trader Joe’s Buttermilk Brined Half Chicken, and Trader Joe’s Chicken Potstickers.

Some of these items are frozen, and some of them are refrigerated. If you don’t plan to use them immediately, you can store them in the freezer and thaw them when you are ready to cook.

❤️ Why you’ll love this easy air fryer recipe

• Budget Friendly – The air fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ teriyaki chicken was $5.99, and I served it with white rice, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds. It came out way cheaper than takeout!
• Perfect Texture – sometimes, frozen meals don’t come out that great. The air fryer puts a nix to that! The BBQ teriyaki chicken comes out nice and crunchy, and then you coat it in the delicious sweet sauce
• Quick and Easy Recipe – have dinner ready on the table in about 16 minutes!
• Delicious – This recipe is so good! You will want to keep this in your freezer.

Ingredients

• Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken – This can be found in the frozen section
• Optional toppings – Green onions and sesame seeds.

✳️ Tips & Tricks

• You can use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F.
• Make sure you do a single layer so everything cooks evenly.
• Flipping the chicken halfway through helps ensure the chicken is cooked evenly.
• You can use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F.
• If you prefer a crispier texture, you can cook the chicken for a few extra minutes.
• If you want to add a bit of spice to the chicken, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes or hot sauce before serving.

Tools to make this Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken in the Air Fryer

• Cosori Air Fryer – this is my favorite air fryer. The large air fryer basket makes it so easy to cook your favorite recipes
• Tongs – tongs are easiest to remove and flip the chicken
• Meat thermometer – You always want to make sure the internal temperature of ANY chicken 165F.

How to make Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

1. Remove the sauce from the bag and place the frozen chicken into the air fryer basket.
2. Cook at 390°F for 14 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. While the chicken is cooking, place the sauce packets in warm water so they can defrost.
4. Once the timer goes off, remove the air fryer basket and add one packet of teriyaki sauce on top of the chicken. Toss the chicken around and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Once the timer goes off, make sure the internal temperature is 165F. Serve with your favorite type of rice.

Stovetop Directions

1. Heat 1 tbsp of avocado oil in a large non-stick pan.
2. Add chicken and stir fry about 6-8 minutes.
3. Add sauce and stir until hot.

What to serve with Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

If you have been here since the beginning, you know my absolute favorite way to cook rice is in my Instant Pot. You can make your rice any way you would like.

You can also serve this air fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ teriyaki chicken over cauliflower rice if you’re looking to add in more fiber and reduce the carbohydrates a little bit.

How to store

• Store leftovers in an airtight glass container for up to 5 days.

♨️ How to reheat

Remove the lid from the container and microwave on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes or until the chicken is warm. Alternatively, you can transfer to a microwave-safe plate to warm up.

If you want to warm this up in your air fryer, cook it for 2-3 minutes at 400F.

❓FAQs

Cooking Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal. With its tangy and sweet flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

So, next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal idea, try making Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken in your air fryer.

More Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Recipes

Don’t forget to check out these other super easy and delicious Trader Joe’s Chicken Recipes

• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Mini Chicken Tacos
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buttermilk Brined Half Chicken
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Breakfast Chicken Sausage
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Burrito
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Sausage
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Potstickers
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Nuggets
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Shawarma Chicken Thighs
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Spatchcock Chicken
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Pesto Chicken Breast
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

This Air Fryer Trader Joe's BBQ Teriyaki Chicken tastes just like take out, but BETTER! It's cheaper and has superior ingredients than most takeout restaurants. You'll love how easy it is to make too! 

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 16 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Chinese

Servings 4

Calories 240 kcal

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

  

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• 1.5 lb Bbq teriyaki chicken

Instructions

 

• Remove the sauce from the bag and place the frozen chicken into the air fryer basket.
• Cook at 390F For 14 minutes flipping halfway through.
• While the chicken is cooking, place the sauce packets in warm water so they can defrost.
• Once the timer goes off remove the air fryer basket and add one packet of teriyaki sauce on top of the chicken. Toss the chicken around and cook for another 2 minutes.
• Once the timer goes off make sure the internal temperature is 165F. Serve with your favorite type of rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 240kcalProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 178mgPotassium: 88mgSugar: 3gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.3mg

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