Best 3 Air Fryer Everything Bagel Chicken Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary creation that seamlessly blends the flavors of an everything bagel with the crispy, succulent texture of air-fried chicken. This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Chicken recipe takes inspiration from the classic New York deli staple, transforming it into a delightful main course that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

The chicken is generously coated in a flavorful blend of spices and seasonings, creating a crispy, golden-brown exterior that perfectly complements the tender, juicy meat. The combination of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, onion, and salt creates a savory, aromatic crust that's sure to impress.

This recipe also includes three irresistible dipping sauces: a creamy dill sauce, a tangy honey mustard sauce, and a spicy sriracha sauce. These sauces not only enhance the flavors of the chicken but also add an extra layer of texture and richness.

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and tasty appetizer for your next party, this Air Fryer Everything Bagel Chicken with three dipping sauces is sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your air fryer, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AIR-FRYER EVERYTHING BAGEL CHICKEN STRIPS



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I love the flavor profile of everything bagels, so I re-created it with traditional breaded chicken fingers. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 day-old everything bagel, torn
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°. Pulse torn bagel in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. Place 1/2 cup bagel crumbs in a shallow bowl; toss with panko, cheese and pepper flakes. (Discard or save remaining bagel crumbs for another use.), In a microwave-safe shallow bowl, microwave butter until melted. Sprinkle chicken with salt. Dip in warm butter, then coat with crumb mixture, patting to help adhere. In batches, place chicken in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket., Cook 7 minutes; turn chicken. Continue cooking until coating is golden brown and chicken is no longer pink, 7-8 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.

AIR FRYER EVERYTHING BAGEL BITES



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Chewy bagel bites made with Boursin® cheese and the popular "everything bagel seasoning" will have everybody asking for more.

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt (such as Fage®)
¼ cup garlic and herb cheese spread (such as Boursin®)
1 large egg white, beaten
2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 330 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Add yogurt and mix with a fork until well combined.
  • Dust a work surface with flour. Remove dough from the bowl, and knead until no longer sticky, about 12 times. Add a little bit more flour if necessary.
  • Evenly divide dough into 8 pieces and flatten into circles with the palm of your hand. Place 1/2 tablespoon cheese spread in the center of each circle. Pull up the edges of the dough to cover the cheese, roll into a ball, and pinch the seams closed.
  • Brush each bagel bite with egg white and sprinkle with bagel seasoning.
  • Transfer bagel bites, seam sides down, into the prepared air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to do 2 batches.
  • Air fry until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove bagel bites from the basket, and cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

TWO-INGREDIENT AIR FRYER BAGELS



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The base for these homemade bagels is a popular 2-ingredient pizza dough recipe. No yeast, no waiting for dough to rise, no boiling necessary. In and out of the air fryer in about 15 minutes. Optional toppings are everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, or dried onion flakes.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Bagels

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ¼ cups self-rising flour
1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 large egg white, beaten
3 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning

Steps:

  • Using a fork, mix flour and Greek yogurt together in a medium bowl until a crumbly dough forms. If mixture is too thick, add a little more yogurt or if too sticky, add a bit more flour.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface, and knead until smooth, 5 to 7 minutes. Divide the dough evenly into 4 balls, rolling and stretching each into 3/4-inch thick ropes that are about 8- to 9-inches long. Connect both ends, pinching and sealing to form a bagel. Brush with egg white, and sprinkle with bagel seasoning.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 280 degrees F (137 degrees C). Line the fryer basket with a parchment liner or spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Place the bagels in the basket, and cook until golden brown, 15 to 16 minutes. Do not crowd the basket, and cook in two batches if your air fryer is small.
  • Remove to a rack, and cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 849 mg

Tips:

  • Use a good quality air fryer for best results.
  • Make sure the air fryer basket is large enough to accommodate the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket, or the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) before adding the chicken.
  • Spray the chicken breasts lightly with cooking oil to help them crisp up.
  • Season the chicken breasts with everything bagel seasoning before cooking.
  • Cook the chicken breasts for 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Flip the chicken breasts halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Serve the chicken breasts immediately, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Air fryer everything bagel chicken is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy a healthy meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or for a quick and easy lunch. The chicken breasts are crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, and they are packed with flavor. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, and you have a meal that the whole family will love.

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