If you’re a fan of fried chicken but want a healthier and less messy alternative, the air fryer is your new best friend. Air Fryer Fried Chicken offers all the crispy, golden goodness of traditional fried chicken with significantly less oil. This recipe will guide you through achieving that perfect, crunchy coating and juicy interior using your air fryer. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a casual gathering, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) or 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray