Can I make fried chicken in the air fryer?
If you're wondering whether you can make fried chicken in the air fryer, the answer is a resounding yes! With the right technique and ingredients, you can achieve crispy, delicious fried chicken without all the extra oil and mess. Here's how:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs of chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 1 cup of flour
- 1 tbsp of paprika
- 1 tbsp of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil mister
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- In a separate bowl mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Coat each piece of chicken evenly in the flour mixture.
- Spray each coated piece with cooking spray or an oil mister.
- Place chicken pieces in the air fryer basket but do not overcrowd it (you may need to cook in batches).
- Cook for 25 minutes flipping halfway through or until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving warm.
This recipe will give you crispy outside with tender juicy meat inside! Enjoy your homemade fried chicken without any guilt or hassle!
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