Air Fryer Fried Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
792 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Description
The air fryer technique for this fried chicken starts by coating skin-on legs and thighs with a flour mixture, dipping in a buttermilk and egg wash, and then dredging again for a double coating. Seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and seasoned salt enhance the flour. The chicken pieces are air fried at 370°F, flipped partway through cooking, and sprayed lightly with oil to encourage browning and crispness. This method yields a golden, crunchy crust enclosing tender, juicy meat.
This chicken is best served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture. Using skin-on pieces ensures a crispy skin not achievable with boneless, skinless breasts. Avoid stacking chicken in the basket for even cooking; cook in batches if needed. Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container and reheated.
Monitoring doneness with a thermometer is key; the internal temperature should reach 165°F for safe consumption. The air fryer method reduces oil use and mess compared to traditional frying, offering a leaner alternative without sacrificing texture.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken legs and thighs, skin on
- 2 c. buttermilk
- 2 egg large
- 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
- vegetable oil canola or olive oil, for spraying chicken
Instructions
- Wash and pat chicken dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- In a square baking dish whisk together buttermilk, eggs, salt and pepper until well combined.
- In another square baking dish, whisk together flour, and seasonings.
- Coat chicken with flour mixture. Then dip in buttermilk mixture and dredge in flour mixture again.
- 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.
- Cook at 370 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, then flip chicken and spray with oil again.
- Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Serve immediately
- Store leftovers in refrigerator in airtight container
Notes
- Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Skin-on legs and thighs are recommended for best crispy results; boneless, skinless breasts are not advised.
- Do not stack chicken pieces in the air fryer; cook in batches for even cooking.
- Only use a light spray of oil to keep the recipe healthier than deep frying.
- Leftover chicken can be stored airtight in the refrigerator and reheated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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