Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Fried Chicken is tender and juicy on the outside and crispy on the outside. A great way to make fried chicken without having to use a pan of oil.

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INGREDIENTS

Step-by-step instructions!

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Add chicken parts to a gallon size resealable plastic baggie or large bowl. Add the hot sauce*, if using. Then pour the buttermilk over the chicken.

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Seal the baggie and gently massage it to mix (If using a bowl, stir, then cover with plastic wrap). Lay the baggie on its side on a small sheet pan.

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Lay the baggie on its side on a small sheet pan. Place baggie or bowl in the fridge for minimum 1 hour, up to 24 hours or so for best results.

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Remove the chicken from the fridge. In a shallow dish whisk together flour, corn starch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder.

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Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for about 3 minutes.

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Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper that is perforated (with holes in it). Or just use a fine mesh basket.

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