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Air Fryer Fried Gizzards

July 16, 2021
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Chicken gizzards

Air fryer fried gizzards have been my new obsession. They are healthy, delicious, and easy to make.

I have tried making these chicken gizzards in many ways. But air fryer fried gizzards are the best by far.

And my family including my boyfriend loves air fryer fried gizzards. Fried gizzards in the air fryer are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. In short, it’s delicious.

One of the best ways of making air fryer fried chicken gizzards tender is by simmering. Simmering chicken gizzards helps to tenderize the meat and gives the best result.

If you’re wondering what gizzards are then don’t worry, I’ve explained them below.

Today I’ll be sharing the easiest air fryer fried gizzards recipe with you. Hope you’ll find it helpful and don’t miss out on the tips.

 

What are chicken gizzards?

Chicken gizzards are a popular food worldwide. It’s a muscle found in the digestive tract of a chicken. Gizzards are muscular and small in size with an extraordinary taste. It’s dark in color with a chewier and tougher texture.

 

How to cook chicken gizzard tender?

First of all, let me tell you a secret for tender air fryer fried gizzards. The best way of cooking gizzards is at a low temperature.

Most of us might know/heard that boiling the gizzards makes them tender. But actually, boiling them at a very high heat will tighten up the connective tissues of gizzards. Doing that you’ll end up making the gizzards into chewy little balls.

So, what I recommend you do is boil the water first and place the gizzards into the water. Reduce the heat between 185F/85C-200F/90C.
Let them cook over low heat which helps the connective tissues to relax and melt away. This process helps to tenderize the gizzards.

How to clean chicken gizzards?

You can get the pre-cleaned gizzards from the store. But sometimes you might have to clean yourself. So, here’s how you clean them.

  • There might be some yellow-fat lining over the gizzard. You can gently pull them off.
  • After that take a sharp knife to slice the gizzard open. Once the gizzard is open, empty the contents, cut it in half lengthwise, and rinse the inside under cold running water.
  • When the gizzard is clean you can see a yellow-tinted lining on the inside. You need to peel it away to remove them from the gizzard’s flesh.
  • Rinse them once again under the cold water and dry them with a paper towel and they are ready.

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How to cook air fryer fried gizzards?

Cooking fried gizzards in the air fryer is easy and quick. You’ll need a few ingredients and you’re good to go. Let’s have a look at the ingredients first.

Ingredients:

  • 1lb chicken gizzards
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup corn starch
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • Cooking oil/ cooking spray
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

fried gizzards in air fryer

Instructions:

  1. First, follow the instructions given above to clean the gizzards and cut them into bite-size pieces. Try to cut them in similar sizes.
  2. Take a pot, add the water, and a pinch of turmeric, and bring it to a boil. As soon as the water starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low.
  3. can you air fry gizzards
  4. Put the chicken gizzards into the pot and don’t let them boil or they’ll be tough. This process will take 1 or 2 hours to turn the gizzards nice and tender but it’s worth the time.
  5. After that remove the gizzards from the water and set them aside and let them dry.
  6. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Take a mixing bowl to add all-purpose flour, corn starch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix them well.
  8. Beat the egg in a separate bowl. I used 2 eggs because the eggs I used were small in size. But if you have a large egg then 1 is enough for the recipe.
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  10. Dip each piece of gizzard into the egg and put in the seasoned flour. Coat them evenly, tap out the excess flour and let them sit for 4-5 minutes.
  11. Place the coated chicken gizzards in the air fryer basket and lightly coat them with the cooking spray. I was running out of it so I coated them with the vegetable oil with the brush.air fryer fried chicken gizzards
  12. Cook them at 200C/400F for 10 minutes. Toss/shake the basket after 5 minutes and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.how to air fry gizzards
  13. Remove the air fryer fried gizzards and serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.

 

You can find the air fryer fried gizzards recipe in the printable card below.

 

Tips for making tender air fryer fried gizzards.

  1. Do not boil the gizzards, instead, let them simmer for an hour or two for the best result.
  2. Cut the chicken gizzards into similar sizes for the evenly cooked result.
  3. Don’t forget to preheat your air fryer for the best result.
  4. Toss/shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking process to cook the gizzards evenly.
  5. If using frozen gizzards, thaw them in the fridge overnight before coating.

Are air fryer fried gizzards healthy?

The gizzard is a nutritious part of a chicken. They are low in fat, and high in vitamins and protein.
I highly recommend having the air fryer fried gizzards. They are delicious and tender when cooked correctly.

how to fry gizzards in an air fryer

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

 

How do you tell if air fryer fried gizzards are done?

Air-fried gizzards are done when they are fork-tender.

How long do you air fry chicken gizzards?

Air frying chicken gizzards in air fryer don’t take much time. It gets ready in 10 minutes. But the preparation time is a little longer; you can find it in the above section of the article.

how to air fry gizzards

Can I store the gizzards?

Refrigerated: Yes, you can store the drained and dried gizzards in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Frozen: And you can also store them in the freezer for up to 1 month. Before you use the frozen gizzards, thaw them in the fridge overnight and coat them when ready to air fry.

Leftover fried gizzards: Air fryer fried gizzards are best when eaten fresh to enjoy the crispiness.
But if you have some leftovers by chance, because it rarely happens in my case. Let them cool down completely, and place them in an airtight container. You can store them for up to 2 days.

How to reheat air fryer fried gizzards?

Put the leftover gizzards in the air fryer basket and reheat them at 160C for 7 minutes. You can also add a minute or two until they are crispy.

Equipment
Air Fryer

Course: Snacks, Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Prep Time:1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes

Nutrition Facts
Calories- 237kcal | Sodium- 432 mg | Fat- 9g | Saturated Fat- 3g | Cholesterol- 329 mg | Protein- 24g | Carbohydrates- 11g | Calcium- 29mg | Potassium- 260mg | Sugar- 0.2g | Vitamin A- 7927IU | Vitamin C- 6mg | Iron-6mg |

If you like air fryer fried gizzards, look what else you can air fry:

  • Potatoes and Green Beans in Air Fryer
  • Chicken liver in an air fryer

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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Air fryer fried gizzards

Easy Air Fryer Fried Gizzards - TopAirFryerRecipes

Air fryer fried gizzards are healthy, delicious, and easy to make. You'll find one of the best ways of making air fryer fried chicken gizzards tender.
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Prep Time 1 hr 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Calories 237 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. Chicken gizzards
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Corn starch
  • 2 Eggs (or 1 large egg beaten)
  • Cooking oil/ cooking spray
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Clean the gizzards and cut them into bite-size pieces.
  • Take a pot, add the water and bring it to boil. As soon as the water starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Put the chicken gizzards into the pot and don’t let them boil or they’ll be tough. This process will take 1 or 2 hours to turn the gizzards nice and tender but it’s worth the time.
    can you air fry gizzards
  • Remove the gizzards from the water and set them aside and let them dry. 
  • Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3-5 minutes.
  • Take a mixing bowl to add all the dry ingredients and mix them well. Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
    air fryer chicken gizzards without flour
  • Dip each piece of gizzards into the egg and put in the seasoned flour. Coat them evenly, tap out the excess flour and let them sit for 4-5 minutes.
  • Place the coated chicken gizzards in the air fryer basket and lightly coat them with the cooking spray.
    air fryer fried chicken gizzards
  • Cook them at 200C/400F for 10 minutes. Toss/shake the basket after 5 minutes and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
    how to air fry gizzards
  • Remove and serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.
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  1. Tara

    November 1, 2021 at 1:58 pm

    Hello! I am excited about a great many of your air fryer recipes here on your blog; thank you both for all of the work you put into this site! While my family loves gizzards, and I have eaten a great many of them in my day, my favorites are chicken and beef liver. When my iron gets low I reach for liver. I’d love to see either of these (especially the chicken liver) in your collection! Thank you and God bless you!

    Reply
    • Top AirFryer Recipes

      November 2, 2021 at 8:55 am

      Thank you so much for the suggestion and for following our blog…Sure, soon we will publish that too 🙂

      Reply
      • Yogendra Bam

        January 3, 2022 at 9:38 am

        5 stars
        Tried this and i can’t beleive it turns out so well. Keep it up.

        Reply
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          January 4, 2022 at 4:50 am

          Thanks for the feedback 🙂

          Reply
  2. DEEPAK UPRETI

    November 18, 2021 at 11:22 am

    5 stars
    Taste Really good. Thanks for the recipe. Please keep updating.

    Reply
    • Top AirFryer Recipes

      November 18, 2021 at 11:30 am

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  3. Mary Sanney

    October 1, 2022 at 5:19 pm

    4 stars
    How long do you leave the gizzards in the hot water??

    Reply
    • Top AirFryer Recipes

      October 2, 2022 at 9:28 am

      Hi! Mary Sanney
      I recommend simmering the gizzards for an hour or so. The gizzard becomes more tender as a result. Please try some of our other recipes as well. Thank you.

      Reply

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