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:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
2. In a separate bowl mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
3. Coat each piece of chicken evenly in the flour mixture.
4. Spray each coated piece with cooking spray or an oil mister.
5. Place chicken pieces in the air fryer basket but do not overcrowd it (you may need to cook in batches).
6. Cook for 25 minutes flipping halfway through or until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
7. 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!