Easy Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers are perfect when you want a restaurant appetizer but don’t want to leave the comfort of your home. Have deliciously crispy outside without the hassle of deep frying.

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers

Buffalo Chicken Poppers are a delicious and easy appetizer that are perfect for any party or get-together. And if you’re a fan of Trader Joe’s, you’ll love their version of Buffalo Chicken Poppers.

Made with all-white meat chicken and a spicy buffalo sauce, they’re crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Plus, they’re super easy to make in the air fryer!

The air fryer gives them a crispy outside without all the added fat from deep-frying.

They’re perfect for game-day, parties, or a fun weeknight dinner. And with the air fryer, you can have them on the table in just a few minutes.

Growing up, my dad loved to order buffalo chicken poppers, so when I was at Trader Joe’s, I had to pick these up. Plus, I get to use my Homemade Ranch Seasoning and turn it into a dipping sauce for the poppers.

You may also love these other amazing delicious recipes from Trader Joe’s: Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken, Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Burritos, Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Mini Chicken Tacos, and Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Potstickers.

❤️ Why you’ll love this easy air fryer recipe

• Affordable – These from Trader Joe’s are $5.49 for 11.5oz.
• Quick and Easy – With these being frozen, you only have to pop them into the air fryer basket and cook them.

Ingredients

• Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers – These are located in the store’s frozen section.
• Optional dipping sauce – Ranch or Blue Cheese to cool the heat

✳️ Tips & Tricks

• Make sure the internal temperature is 165F before serving.
• Flip the chicken over halfway through to ensure an even cooking time.

Tools to make this Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers 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 ensure the internal temperature of ANY chicken is 165F.

How to make Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers

1. Remove the poppers from the box and place them into the air fryer basket.
2. Transfer the basket to the air fryer and cook at 350F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. Once the timer goes off, ensure the internal temperature is 165F before serving.
4. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Oven Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375F.
2. Remove the chicken from the package and transfer it to a baking sheet.
3. Place in the oven and cook for 16-20 minutes.
4. Once the timer goes off, make sure the internal temperature is 165F.
5. Remove from the oven and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

What to serve with Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers

These Buffalo Chicken Poppers are a great appetizer on their own, but if you want to make a meal out of them, you could serve them with a side salad or some roasted vegetables. They also go well with other game-day favorites like chips, salsa, or guacamole.

Use this Homemade Ranch Seasoning and turn it into a dressing, or make this Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing to dip them into.

How to store

Store leftovers in an airtight glass container for up to 3 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 save plate to warm up.

To warm this up in your air fryer, cook it for 2-3 minutes at 400F.

❓FAQs

More Air Fryer Trajer Joe’s Chicken Recipes

If you loved these Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers, check out these other Trader Joe’s foods you can cook in the air fryer.

• Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken
• Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken
• Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Potstickers
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Burrito
• Trader Joe’s Mini Chicken Tacos
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Mini Wontons
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Nuggets
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Quesadilla

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Poppers are perfect when you want a restaurant appetizer but don’t want to leave the comfort of your home. These chicken poppers have a great kick to them.

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Prep Time 1 minute min

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 9 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 3

Calories 77 kcal

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

  

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• Buffalo Chicken Poppers

Instructions

 

• Remove the poppers from the box and place them into the air fryer basket.
• Transfer the basket to the air fryer and cook at 350F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Once the timer goes off, ensure the internal temperature is 165F before serving.
• Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 3gCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 113mgPotassium: 23mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.3gCalcium: 13mg

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