Description
Crispy air fryer fried chicken offers a healthier twist on classic Southern comfort, delivering golden‑brown skin and juicy meat in just 30 minutes. This easy recipe uses buttermilk marination, a seasoned flour blend, and a light spray of oil for a low‑fat finish that still satisfies cravings. Perfect for busy families, the dish serves four and pairs well with simple sides, making weeknight meals both delicious and hassle‑free. Serve it hot with roasted veggies or a salad for complete easy dinne
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F and spray basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer and spray tops with cooking spray.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- double‑dip the chicken in the buttermilk and flour mixture. Let the chicken rest five minutes before serving to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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