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Enjoy a golden and crunchy Air Fryer Crispy Fried Chicken Buttermilk that’s juicy inside and perfect for a family dinner or easy weeknight dinner. This buttermilk fried chicken is a delicious take on crispy air fryer chicken.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • ¾ cups buttermilk
  • 2–3 lbs. chicken thighs washed
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • avocado or canola oil cooking spray

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, and onion powder, then reserve 5 teaspoons.
  2. Season the chicken thoroughly on both sides with the seasoning mix, place in an airtight container, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  3. Add 3 teaspoons of the seasoning mix to a large bowl with flour and stir, then add 2 teaspoons of seasoning to a medium bowl and mix with buttermilk.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the buttermilk, drain off extra, then coat in the seasoned flour.
  5. Arrange the chicken on a greased air fryer basket and spray heavily with cooking spray to cover all spots.
  6. Air fry at 400°F for 25 minutes, flipping the chicken after 10 minutes and reapplying cooking spray, until the chicken is golden brown and juices run clear.
  7. Serve the hot chicken with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Every air fryer is different
  • preheating the air fryer may be necessary
  • Fried chicken should reach 165°F internally for safety
  • Pressing chicken slightly while coating flour creates extra crispiness
  • Piercing the chicken before seasoning helps flavor absorb
  • You can substitute with chicken tenders or boneless chicken
  • This recipe works well with legs, wings, and breasts too
  • Gluten-free flour can replace all-purpose flour for dietary needs
  • Bulgarian buttermilk is recommended for best flavor
  • Mix hot sauce with buttermilk and spices for a spicy variation
  • Use a liquid measuring cup for buttermilk to ensure accuracy
  • Regular milk can replace buttermilk if unavailable, but avoid homemade versions with vinegar or lemon juice
  • Store cooked chicken in airtight containers for 3-4 days in the fridge or 3-4 months in the freezer
  • Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes or air fryer at 300°F for 6 minutes uncovered

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