Air Fryer Fried Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    792 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Chicken pieces coated in a buttermilk batter and seasoning then cooked until crispy and juicy in your Air Fryer.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 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
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Instructions

  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

Notes

  • How do you know when it’s done? The easiest way to check is with a thermometer. The internal temperature should be at 165 degrees F.
  • Can I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts? I don’t recommend it because you don’t get the crispy skin!
  • Is it healthier to make it in the air fryer? It’s definitely healthier than regular fried chicken! The only oil you need to use for the air fryer is cooking spray. So, you definitely cut down on the fat and calories when you use your air fryer.
  • Can I stack the pieces in the air fryer? No, you shouldn’t do that! The pieces need to be in an even layer to cook properly. If you can’t fit all of the pieces cook them in batches. You can keep the cooked ones in a warm oven while you finish the rest.
  • Does the air fryer cook the chicken faster than frying? It takes longer to cook it in an air fryer, but it’s less messy and easier to make than frying it. Not to mention healthier!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 792kcal (40%) Carbohydrates 100g (33%) Protein 46g (92%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 235mg (78%) Sodium 3225mg (134%) Potassium 702mg (20%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 753IU (15%) Calcium 181mg (18%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 792 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 792kcal 40%
Carbohydrates 100g 33%
Protein 46g 92%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 235mg 78%
Sodium 3225mg 134%
Potassium 702mg 15%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 753IU 15%
Calcium 181mg 18%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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