Description
A healthier version of crispy fried chicken made in an air fryer, keeping it juicy and satisfying without the excess oil.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (legs, breasts, thighs)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Onion powder
- Flour (optional for breading)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder in a bowl.
- If using flour, coat the chicken in flour for extra crispiness.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy your crispy, juicy air fryer fried chicken!
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken a few hours before cooking. Experiment with spices for a unique version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: air fryer, fried chicken, healthy chicken recipe, crispy chicken, quick meal