Reheating method
How to reheat chicken in an air fryer
An air fryer can crisp the outside of safely stored leftovers, but reheating is complete only when the inside reaches 165°F (74°C).
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What to do
- Arrange similar-size pieces in a single layer where possible; split a crowded batch.
- Turn pieces as needed so the exposed side does not brown while the hidden center remains cool.
- Remove a thick piece to probe its center away from bone; test another piece from the batch.
Conditions and limits
- Basket or air temperature is not meat temperature.
- For fragile breading, crispness and 165°F are separate checks.
Source and scope
Primary reference: USDA FSIS Leftovers and Food Safety. Equipment-specific steps and quality suggestions are practical guidance; check the appliance or product instructions for your model. How this site uses sources.