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Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Delicious and crispy Air Fryer Fried Chicken recipe, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 pieces

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1 4-pound fryer chicken, cut into 10 pieces 2 breasts cut in half, 2 wings, 2 legs, 2 thighs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups buttermilk

For the coating

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon season salt (such as Lawry's)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 spray olive oil for cooking

Instructions
 

Marination

  • Season the chicken well with salt and pepper and then add it to a bowl with buttermilk. Let it sit for at least an hour or up to overnight.

Breading

  • Stir together flour, seasoned salt, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Remove chicken pieces from buttermilk, shake off excess, dip in flour mix, and coat well.

Air Frying

  • Spray the basket of your air fryer with nonstick spray. Place half of the chicken pieces in the basket. Spray lightly with oil, set to 350°F, and cook for 14 minutes. Flip, spray, and cook for another 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through.

Serving

  • Let the fried chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve immediately with salad, coleslaw, or your favorite sides.

Notes

Cooked fried chicken can be stored in the fridge for 5 days and reheated in a 300°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece
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