Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken
breasts, thighs, and legs
- 2 cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- ¼ cup Water
- Cooking spray
Directions
- 1
Combine the flour, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper and pour into a shallow bowl or on a large plate.
- 2
Crack the eggs into a second bowl and add the water and milk. Whisk together.
- 3
Coat each piece of chicken by first dipping it in the egg mixture, then rolling it in the flour mixture to coat it. Then dipping it in the egg mixture again, and then rolling it in the flour once more. You can use your hands to make sure the flour coats the chicken completely. As you finish with each piece set it aside.
- 4
Once all of the pieces of chicken are breaded preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F.
- 5
Spray 2 pieces of chicken with cooking spray on all sides making sure to coat the flour and place them in the basket of your air fryer. See note 1 below.
- 6
Cook for 9 minutes, then open the air fryer, gently turn the chicken over, and place the basket back in the fryer to continue cooking for 9 minutes more, or until the internal temperature of each piece is 165 degrees F.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of perfectly crispy fried chicken without the mess and guilt of deep-frying? This amazing Air Fryer Fried Chicken recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor you crave, effortlessly, using just a fraction of the oil.
The magic of the air fryer means you can achieve that irresistible golden crust and juicy interior using just cooking spray. This method simplifies traditional fried chicken, making it accessible any night of the week while maximizing flavor from a simple yet robust seasoning blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Prepare for tender, succulent chicken pieces encased in a beautifully golden and utterly crisp coating. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by moist, flavorful meat, seasoned perfectly. It's a hearty, comforting dish that brings the joy of homemade fried chicken right to your table, without any fuss or excessive oil. You'll love how easy it is to achieve such fantastic results.
This versatile recipe works beautifully with a mix of chicken breasts, thighs, and legs, allowing you to cater to everyone’s preferences. Feel free to adjust the balance of salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper in the flour mixture to fine-tune the flavor profile to your liking.
Serve this amazing Air Fryer Fried Chicken as the star of a casual weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. It’s a complete and satisfying dish on its own that the whole family will enjoy.