Air Fryer Chicken Hearts
These air fryer chicken hearts are a flavorful, crispy snack perfect for adventurous eaters. A must-try appetizer that delivers bold, satisfying flavor in every bite.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Hearts, cleaned and trimmed
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken hearts under cold water and pat them very dry with paper towels. Trim away any excess fat or connective tissue, and cut any larger hearts in half so they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken hearts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Make sure every heart is well coated. Let them sit for 10 minutes to absorb the seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F for 3 minutes.
- Spread the chicken hearts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding so air can circulate properly. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket at the halfway mark, until the hearts are deeply browned on the outside and cooked through but still juicy inside.
- Transfer the chicken hearts to a serving plate and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top while they are still sizzling hot.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately as an appetizer or snack. These pair wonderfully with a squeeze of extra lime and your favorite hot sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g
Cost: $5