Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

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Fully cooked. Ready to heat & eat! Makes 4 sandwiches. Family owned since 1939. Buttermilk recipe with tangy buttermilk ranch. Sauce packets included. Now you can skip the drive thru. Enjoy hot crispy chicken sandwiches at home with our signature buttermilk fried chicken sandwich fillets. We start with a fresh perfectly seasoned, jumbo chicken breast fillet, then we bread and fry em just long enough to ensure each is perfectly crispy on the outside but tender and juicy on the inside. Grab your favorite bakery fresh bun, slather on our custom crafted sandwich sauce and enjoy a craving satisfying chicken sandwich without leaving the house. Chicken raised with no hormones (Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones or steroids in chicken) or steroids (Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones or steroids in chicken). Mild sauce. Check the facts!


Ingredients

Chicken Fillet - Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, Wheat Flour, Water, Cracker Meal (wheat Flour, Soybean Oil), Contains 2% Or Less Of Salt, Food Starch, Wheat Gluten, Spices, Natural Flavors, Sugar, Yeast Extract, Mustard, Dried Whey, Leavening (cream Of Tartar, Sodium Bicarbonate), Cultured Buttermilk (buttermilk, Cultures), Torula Yeast, Extractives Of Paprika, Spice Extractives, Breading Set In Vegetable Oil,sauce - Water, Refined Soybean Oil, Corn Syrup, Modified Corn Starch, Salted Egg Yolks, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Dill Pickle Relish (cucumbers, Guar Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Calcium Chloride), Buttermilk Flavor (sweet Cream Buttermilk Powder, Natural Butter Flavor, Maltodextrin, Whole Milk Powder, Cultured Buttermilk, Citric Acid), Tomato Concentrate, Sour Cream Flavor (sour Cream Solids, Whey, Whey Protein Concentrate, Natural Flavors), Arabic Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Spices, Xanthan Gum, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Buttermilk Powder (skim Milk, Cultures), Dehydrated Parsley, Yeast Extract, Lactic Acid Powder, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Acid Sulfate, Green Onion Powder, Oleoresin Turmeric


Directions

Ready to heat & eat! Heating Instructions: Conventional Oven (Recommended): Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place frozen fillets in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Heat 20 to 22 minutes or until heated through. Microwave Oven: Place frozen fillets on a microwave-safe plate. Heat uncovered on high: 1 fillet for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes. 2. Fillets for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes. Do not overheat. Let stand 1 minute before serving. Air Fryer: Crispy fillets cook up nice and crispy in the air fryer. Please refer to your air fryer manual for specific heating instructions. Sauce instructions: Thaw sauce packet in warm water.

Keep frozen.

Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken Sandwich — Look no further than the air fryer red bag chicken sandwich if you’re looking for an easy and tasty chicken sandwich. This recipe is simple to follow and results in a delicious, crispy sandwich that everyone will love. So what are you waiting for? Grab your ingredients and get cooking!

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

Easy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat), grab a red bag from Aldi’s, and head directly to your air fryer. This copycat Chick-Fil-A—Red Bag Chicken tastes just like the real deal, without all of the breading and work, and your air fryer does a fantastic job of crisping up the chicken perfectly.

This Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat) recipe is the best-frozen chicken your entire family will fall in love with!

Suppose you are not familiar with Aldi’s Red Bag Chicken, technically called Kirwood Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets. It is found in the frozen food aisle at your local Aldi’s.

If you love Chick-Fil-A, You will fall in love with this sandwich. And if you are looking for more easy and delicious chicken recipes, here are some of my favorites, AIR FRYER CHICKEN CORDON BLEU, AIR FRYER WENDY’S SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH, and of course, my Copycat Version of Chick-Fil-A.

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What Is Red Bag Chicken?

Have you ever cooked red bag chicken? It’s a delicious dish that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal.

You might have seen Kirkwood Frozen Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets if you shop at Aldi’s. These go by the popular name by Chick Fil A Lovers and Aldi Shoppers, known as “Red Bag Chicken.”

Found in the frozen food section at Aldi’s, They are made with breaded chicken breast and are fully cooked. So, making these in the air fryer is amazing!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken Sandwich

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer
  • Kirkwood Chicken Breast Fillets
  • Brioche Buns (also found at Aldi’s)
  • Dill Pickles
  • Optional: Lettuce and Tomatoes, Chick-Fil-A-Sauce
Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

This is the chicken that I used in the recipe, it’s referred to on the internet as Red Bag Chicken, but the real name is Kirkwood Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets. Place your chicken into the air fryer basket at 360 degrees F, air fryer setting for 8-10 minutes. If you want the extra chicken crispy, spray with some cooking spray.

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

Ingredient Notes:

Chicken: Don’t worry if you don’t have an Aldi near your location. It’s not worth craving their famous Red Bag Chicken since Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Costco also carry a version! I’ll let everyone know which stores they are in so that we can find our versions too.

Brioche Buns: You don’t have to use brioche buns, but I love the ones from Aldi. Any fluffy, slightly sweet bun would work!

Pickles: I used sliced dill pickles, but you can omit them if you don’t want pickles in your sandwich!

Pro Tips For Making Red Bag Chicken In The Air Fryer

If you’re looking for an easy way to make red bag chicken in the air fryer, look no further! These pro tips will help you get your chicken cooked perfectly every time. Plus, it’s a great dish for busy weeknights when you want something quick and tasty. So don’t wait any longer – start cooking today!

Flipping: Depending on what air fryer you own, you may need to flip the frozen chicken halfway during the cooking process, so both sides cook up to perfection! You can either use a pair of tongs or a fork.

Crowding: For best results, do not crowd your air fryer basket. Otherwise, the cooking may not cook up thoroughly. Leave plenty of space around the chicken for a great crispy chicken breast!

Making Red Bag Chicken In An Air Fryer Oven: You can also make this in any Air Fryer Oven Model. Place the chicken on the lowest rack so that the inside and outside cook up perfectly!

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

Homemade Chick-fil-A Sauce

If you have ever been to a Chick-Fil-A, you will love both the chicken and the sauce. The chicken is incredible, and the spices are excellent as well. My son loves dipping his French fries and chicken into the special sauce. Today, I made the Chick-Fil-A Sauce Copycat go with the sandwich, excellent!

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

Ingredients Needed For Chick-Fil-A Sauce

  • Honey
  • Yellow Mustard
  • BBQ Sauce
  • Lemon Juice
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Mayonnaise
  • Garlic Salat

How To Make Chick-Fil-A Sauce

Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer
  • In a small mixing bowl, mix all of the ingredients.
  • Use a whisk to get all of the lumps out, and mix until smooth.
  • Cover and place into the refrigerator until chilled, about 2 hours.
Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

FAQ’s:

How do you cook red bag chicken in an air fryer?

If you’re looking for an easy way to make red bag chicken in the air fryer, look no further! These pro tips will help you get your chicken cooked perfectly every time. Plus, it’s a great dish for busy weeknights when you want something quick and tasty. So don’t wait any longer – start cooking today!

How to make the red bag chicken in the air fryer. Making Aldi’s Red Bag Chicken in the Air Fryer is super easy! For two to 4 dozen chicken breasts, place your chicken breast into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 360 degrees F, air fryer setting for 8-10 minutes.

Do I Need To Preheat My Air Fryer?

There is no need to preheat your air fryer. Frozen foods tend to cook better when starting with an unheated air fryer.

How do you cook Aldi frozen chicken breast in an air fryer?

For two to 4 dozen chicken breasts, place your chicken breast into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 360 degrees F. Air fryer setting for 8-10 minutes.

How do you cook Kirkwood chicken breast fillets in the air fryer?

For two to 4 dozen chicken breasts, place your chicken breast into the air fryer basket two to four dozen chicken breasts, and set the temperature to 360 degrees F; the air fryer set for 8-10 minutes.

More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

If you’re looking for some delicious and healthy chicken recipes to add to your air fryer rotation, look no further! These recipes are all quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Plus, they’re all perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. So get your air fryer out and start cooking!

  • Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
  • Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings
  • Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
  • Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
  • Air Fryer Dry Rubbed Chicken Wings

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Foster farms crispy chicken sandwich fillets air fryer

Do you love a crispy, crunchy chicken sandwich? If so, you're going to love this Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken Sandwich recipe. The secret is the red bag of chicken – it's extra crispy! Plus, this recipe is super easy to make and only takes a few minutes. You'll be able to have a delicious chicken sandwich any time you want. Give this recipe a try today!

Course: Appetizers, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Main Entree, Main Meal, Snacks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air Fryer Easy Chicken Recipes, Air Fryer Easy Chicken Sandwich, Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken, Aldi’s Red Bag Chicken Air Fryer, How To Make Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken In The Air Fryer

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 837 kcal

  • 1 package Red Bag Chicken Frozen
  • 6 large Brioche Buns
  • 12 pickle slices

Chick Fil A Copycat Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup BBQ Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

  1. Place your chicken into the air fryer basket at 360 degrees F, air fryer setting for 8-10 minutes. If you want the chicken extra crispy, spray with some cooking spray.

  2. To Make Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Use a whisk to get all of the lumps out, and mix until smooth. Cover and place into the refrigerator until chilled, about 2 hour

  3. To Assemble The Sandwich: Add the cooked chicken breast to your brioche bun, add a couple fofpickles, adn a tablespoon of sauce.

  4. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Air Fryer Red Bag Chicken Sandwich

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 837 Calories from Fat 450

% Daily Value*

Fat 50g77%

Saturated Fat 20g125%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 13g

Monounsaturated Fat 5g

Cholesterol 227mg76%

Sodium 1814mg79%

Potassium 103mg3%

Carbohydrates 84g28%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 24g27%

Protein 15g30%

Vitamin A 1185IU24%

Vitamin C 2mg2%

Calcium 100mg10%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

How do you cook Foster Farms chicken in an air fryer?

Preheat the air fryer to 380 F. Take the Foster Farms chicken strips out of the package and place them in the air fryer basket. Make sure to spread the chicken strips into a single even layer, leaving some space between them to ensure they cook evenly. Air fry your frozen chicken strips at 380 F for about 10 minutes.

How long do you cook frozen breaded chicken in an air fryer?

Place the frozen breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they aren't overlapping. No oil spray is needed. Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for 10 minutes.

Can you cook chicken breast from frozen in an air fryer?

Did you know that you can cook frozen chicken breasts in the air fryer? There's no need to thaw the chicken, just toss it in your air fryer straight out of the freezer. It's a quick and easy way to cook juicy chicken breasts!

How do you cook frozen fried chicken in an air fryer?

Instructions.
Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F (for 5 minutes, air fryer setting).
Place chicken on the air fryer tray or in the air fryer basket..
Set the time for 20 to 25 minutes..
Check to make sure your chicken is fully cooked before removing it..
Plate, serve and enjoy!.