Air Fryer Fried Chicken
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4.4
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Description
The process begins by washing and drying the chicken, then whisking buttermilk, eggs, and spices including paprika, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Baking powder and baking soda are added for leavening to enhance crust crispness. Chicken pieces are dredged in flour, dipped in the wet mixture, and dredged once more to build layers for a crunchy coating.
Chicken is arranged in a single layer in the air fryer basket, sprayed or brushed with oil, and cooked at 375°F in two stages totaling about 30 minutes, flipping halfway. Cooking in batches ensures even heat circulation and crispiness.
The final product offers a crunchy exterior with tender, juicy meat inside. This method requires attention to air fryer size and cook time per model.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings chicken legs, thighs or chicken breast
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large egg
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken - Wash the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Prepare the Buttermilk Mixture - To a large bowl add the buttermilk, eggs, paprika, hot sauce, salt, pepper and whisk until combined. Whisk in the baking powder and baking soda. In a shallow dish add the flour.
- Dredge the Chicken - First dredge the chicken in flour on all sides, then dip into the buttermilk mixture. Dredge the chicken in flour one more time, then place the chicken on a plate or rack, and repeat with all chicken pieces.
- Cook the Chicken - Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, allowing enough room between each piece to flow around. Spray the chicken with a bit of cooking spray or brush with oil. Cook on 375℉ for about 20 minutes, flip over, spray with more cooking oil or brush with oil, and cook for another 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining chicken if doing in batches. Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer.
Notes
- Cook chicken in a single layer without overlapping to achieve even cooking and crispy texture; multiple batches may be necessary.
- Cooking times may vary based on your air fryer model; consult your air fryer manual for guidance.
- Total cooking time is approximately 30 minutes for two batches.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 506 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 506kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 213mg | 71% |
| Sodium | 1282mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 690mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 777IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 282mg | 28% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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