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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken: Get golden, juicy fried chicken with a fraction of the oil. Easy recipe with simple ingredients in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, breasts, or wings)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Shallow dish or pie plate
  • Air fryer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Pour buttermilk into a large bowl and add chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight is preferred).
  3. In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, and oregano.
  4. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then coat in the seasoned flour.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F and lightly spray the basket with oil.
  6. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray tops with cooking oil.
  7. Air fry for 12 minutes, then flip the chicken, spray, and continue cooking for another 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Transfer cooked chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add hot sauce to the buttermilk marinade. Let the coated chicken sit for 10-15 minutes before air frying for crispier results. For a gluten-free variation, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Initially test with smaller batches if using a smaller air fryer model. Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
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