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fried chicken air fryer recipes

Fried Chicken Air Fryer Recipes for 5-Star Flavor


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and tasty recipe for making crispy fried chicken in an air fryer.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat with the flour mixture.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  6. Place the chicken in the basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to taste.
  • Ensure chicken is fully cooked before serving.
  • For extra crispiness, spray the chicken with cooking spray before cooking.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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