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fried chicken airfryer

Fried Chicken Airfryer: 5 Tips for Irresistible Crispiness


  • Author: Emma Schweitzer
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy and juicy fried chicken made in an air fryer.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Coat each chicken piece in the flour mixture.
  5. Place chicken in the air fryer in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Check chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, spray chicken with cooking oil before cooking.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Let chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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