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Chicken Jerky In The Air Fryer

Chicken Jerky In The Air Fryer

This savory, chewy chicken jerky is a satisfying homemade snack that's perfect for on-the-go nibbling. Your air fryer makes it surprisingly simple.
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Prep Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
Instructions
  • Place the chicken breasts in the freezer for 30 to 45 minutes until they are firm but not frozen solid. This makes them much easier to slice thinly. Using a sharp knife, cut the chicken against the grain into strips about 1/8 inch thick.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, worcestershire sauce, honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and sesame oil. Add the sliced chicken strips and toss until every piece is well coated.
    Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
  • Remove the chicken strips from the marinade and pat off any excess liquid with paper towels. Lay them on a clean surface and let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 180 degrees F. If your air fryer does not go that low, set it to the lowest temperature available, ideally no higher than 200 degrees F.
  • Arrange the chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure none of the pieces overlap. You will need to work in batches. Cook at 180 degrees F for 1 hour.
  • Flip each strip over and cook for an additional 45 minutes to 1 hour, checking every 20 minutes. The jerky is done when it is dry, slightly chewy, and bends without snapping in half.
  • Remove the jerky and let it cool completely at room temperature. It will firm up a bit more as it cools. Store in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 3g
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, chicken jerky, high protein snack, homemade jerky
Cost: $8