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fried chicken air fryer recipes

Fried Chicken Air Fryer Recipes to Savor in 5 Steps

Crispy fried chicken made in an air fryer for a healthier twist.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  4. Coat each chicken piece in the flour mixture.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  6. Place chicken pieces in the basket in a single layer.
  7. Spray the tops of the chicken lightly with cooking spray.
  8. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Cooking times may vary by air fryer model.
  • For extra crunch, double coat the chicken.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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