Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 lbs skin on chicken
legs and thighs
- 2 c. buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Coating
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp seasoned salt
- 1 ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil for spraying chicken - vegetable
canola or olive oil
Directions
- 1
Wash and pat chicken dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
In a square baking dish whisk together buttermilk, eggs, salt and pepper until well combined.
- 3
In another square baking dish, whisk together flour, and seasonings.
- 4
Coat chicken with flour mixture. Then dip in buttermilk mixture and dredge in flour mixture again.
- 5
Spray air fryer basket with oil. Then place chicken basket making sure to leave room around each piece to allow air to flow. Spray chicken with oil.
- 6
Cook at 370 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, then flip chicken and spray with oil again.
- 7
Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- 8
Repeat with remaining chicken.
- 9
Serve immediately
- 10
Store leftovers in refrigerator in airtight container
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving perfectly crispy fried chicken without the mess of deep-frying? This Air Fryer Fried Chicken recipe delivers that satisfying crunch and juicy interior you love, all made simpler and cleaner in your air fryer. It's the ultimate way to enjoy comfort food without the traditional fuss.
The magic starts with a generous buttermilk bath, ensuring tender, flavorful chicken from the inside out. This essential step works wonders to break down muscle fibers, resulting in incredibly succulent meat. Coupled with a robustly seasoned flour coating, the air fryer then works its wonders, achieving that golden-brown, irresistible crust without excess oil.
Prepare for succulent chicken pieces, perfectly seasoned and incredibly juicy on the inside, encased in a wonderfully crispy, golden-brown skin on the outside. Each bite offers a satisfying contrast of textures and a savory blend of garlic powder, seasoned salt, paprika, and onion powder from the coating. This method promises a delightful fried chicken experience that feels both indulgent and surprisingly lighter than traditional deep-fried versions.
While this recipe uses skin-on chicken legs and thighs, you can easily adapt it for other bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces. For a slightly different flavor profile, you could experiment with a pinch of cayenne pepper in the coating for a subtle kick. No buttermilk on hand? A quick homemade buttermilk substitute (milk with lemon juice or vinegar) can work in a pinch for the marinade.
This crispy fried chicken is ideal for a casual family dinner, a weekend gathering, or a picnic. Serve it alongside your favorite comfort food sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.