Crispy and Juicy Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken

This air fryer buttermilk fried chicken recipe is the perfect combination of crispy and juicy. With the magic of the air fryer, you can enjoy the taste of fried chicken with less oil and fewer calories. The chicken is marinated in buttermilk to achieve maximum tenderness and flavor, and then coated in a seasoned flour mixture before being air fried to perfection. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal. It's time to bring the taste of classic fried chicken to your air fryer!

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (such as drumsticks or thighs)
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking spray

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buttermilk. Make sure the chicken is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere the flour to the chicken.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
5. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the basket, leaving a little space between each piece. You may need to cook the chicken in multiple batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
6. Spray the top of the chicken pieces with cooking spray to help them brown and crisp up.
7. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
8. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the air fryer buttermilk fried chicken with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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