Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe
Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken: Crispy, Juicy, and Shockingly Easy
There’s fried chicken… and then there’s Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken that actually makes you do a little happy dance in your kitchen. You know the kind — crunchy outside, juicy inside, and tastes like your grandma waved a magic wand over it.
And guess what? You can make that magic without a deep fryer, without oil splattering everywhere, and without standing over a stove for an hour. All you need is an air fryer, some buttermilk, and a little patience while the house fills up with a smell so good, even your neighbors might "accidentally" drop by.
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Ingredients for Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe
- 1 Nos Chicken Thighs Or Breasts
- 1/4 Cup - Buttermilk
- 0.38 Cups All-purpose flour (Maida) -
- 1/4 Tsp - Paprika
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder:
- 0.13 Tsp Onion powder
- As required Salt And Black Pepper To Taste
- As required Cayenne powder
- As required Olive oil or cooking spray
Directions: Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe
How to Cook Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- STEP 1.Pour buttermilk over chicken. Add a pinch of salt and let it soak for at least 1 hour (overnight = perfection).
- STEP 1.Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and cayenne. Take each piece from the buttermilk, dredge it in the flour mixture, then gently press to coat. Lightly spray each piece with oil. No soggy crusts here.
- STEP 2.Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken in the basket, don’t crowd. Cook for 12 minutes, flip, spray again, and cook for 10 more minutes until golden, crispy, and internal temp hits 165°F.
- STEP 3.Let it rest 5 minutes to keep the juices in. Serve with coleslaw, honey mustard, or just a smile.
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep leftover fried chicken crispy?
Store it in an airtight container lined with paper towels. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-6 minutes. This method keeps the crust intact and avoids sogginess. Say goodbye to limp leftovers — this is your best food storage tip for fried dishes.
What can I use instead of buttermilk?
Easy fix! Mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 10 minutes. It’s the perfect substitute for healthy buttermilk fried chicken recipes and still gives you that tender, tangy flavor.
Why is my air fryer chicken not crispy?
A few things:
You didn’t spray enough oil.
You overcrowded the basket.
Or your breading was too wet.
Let your chicken rest on a rack before air frying and use even, dry coating. Follow these hacks, and you’ll get crispy air fryer buttermilk fried chicken at home every single time.
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Current Totals
- Fat4g
- Protein28g
- Carbs74g
- Fiber2g
MacroNutrients
- Carbs74g
- Protein28g
- Fiber2g
Fats
- Fat4g
Vitamins & Minerals
- Calcium769mg
- Iron1mg
- Vitamin A63mcg
- Vitamin B1< 1mg
- Vitamin B21mg
- Vitamin B31mg
- Vitamin B6< 1mg
- Vitamin B941mcg
- Vitamin B122mcg
- Vitamin C4mg
- Vitamin E< 1mg
- Copper< 1mcg
- Magnesium90mg
- Manganese< 1mg
- Phosphorus661mg
- Selenium13mcg
- Zinc3mg