Description
Enjoy the comfort of homemade crispy fried chicken made healthier with the air fryer. Perfect for cozy fall gatherings!
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of chicken (legs or breasts, your choice)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Cooking spray or oil (for crisping)
Instructions
- Brine the chicken: Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the coating: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Coat the chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in the flour mixture, and pat down gently.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Air fry the chicken: Spray basket with cooking spray, place chicken in a single layer, and cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve and enjoy: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate overnight in buttermilk for maximum flavor and tenderness. Adjust spices to your preference.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American