Air Fryer Fried Chicken Recipe

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the hot sauce and buttermilk. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken in the fridge for 1-24 hours.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.
4. Remove a piece of chicken from the marinade and coat it in the flour mixture, making sure to shake off any excess flour. Place the chicken in the basket, making sure the pieces are not touching.
5. Close the air fryer basket and cook the chicken for 13 minutes.
6. Open the air fryer and spray any flour spots on the chicken with oil. Flip the chicken over and spray the other side with oil. Close the air fryer and cook for an additional 12 minutes.
7. Use a quick-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest part of the meat.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken pieces.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious air fryer fried chicken!

Notes:

Here are some notes to keep in mind when making this recipe for Air Fryer Fried Chicken:

1. You can use any combination of chicken pieces you like, but make sure they’re all roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
2. Marinating the chicken for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours) will help tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
3. To ensure the chicken is cooked through, use a quick-read thermometer to check the internal temperature at the thickest part of the meat. It should reach 165°F.
4. Make sure to coat the chicken pieces evenly with the flour mixture and shake off any excess flour before placing them in the air fryer.
5. Spraying the chicken with oil halfway through cooking will help ensure it gets crispy and golden brown.
6. It’s important to use parchment paper in the air fryer basket to prevent the chicken from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
7. Serve the fried chicken hot and crispy with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, cornbread, or mashed potatoes.
8. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, place the chicken in the air fryer for a few minutes until heated through and crispy again.