Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a bowl and mix well to create the seasoning.
  2. 2Add half of the seasoning mix directly to the chicken.
  3. 3Rub the seasoning into every nook and cranny of the chicken to ensure it sticks.
  4. 4Pour half a cup of buttermilk over the seasoned chicken.
  5. 5Add a quarter cup of hot sauce to the chicken and buttermilk mixture.
  6. 6Mix the chicken, buttermilk, and hot sauce thoroughly; the mixture will tenderize the chicken and act as a binder for the dredge.
  7. 7Cover the chicken and marinate for as long as possible, ideally overnight.
  8. 8In a separate pan, add flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and the remaining half of the seasoning mix, then combine.
  9. 9Add a bit of water to the dry batter and mix to create craggily bits.
  10. 10Dredge the marinated chicken in the dry batter until well coated.
  11. 11Shake off any excess batter from the chicken.
  12. 12Place the dredged chicken onto a pan.
  13. 13Spray the chicken generously with neutral oil on both sides.
  14. 14Air fry the chicken at 375°F for 12 minutes.
  15. 15Flip the chicken, spray again with oil, and continue air frying for 6 to 8 minutes.
  16. 16The chicken is done when it is golden brown, crispy, and reads an internal temperature of 165°F.

Ingredients

  • Kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • smoked paprika
  • cayenne pepper
  • chicken
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
  • 0.25 cup hot sauce
  • flour
  • cornstarch
  • baking powder
  • water
  • neutral oil

Equipment

bowlpanair fryer

Tips

  • Marinate the chicken for as long as possible, ideally overnight, for best results.

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