Description
Enjoy the ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Chicken, a quick, low‑fat dinner that gives a golden crust and juicy meat in minutes. A simple buttermilk soak and seasoned flour coating create maximum flavor without deep frying, making it perfect for busy families. Pair with roasted veggies or a crisp salad for a balanced, satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet stays healthy. The recipe scales for gatherings, and the air fryer’s circulation gives even crispness without the mess of deep frying, so cleanup
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray with cooking spray.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add cayenne pepper to the flour mix. Use thighs instead of breasts for richer flavor
- adjusting cook time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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