Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Step 1

Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and then add to a large mixing bowl with the egg and buttermilk. Toss to coat.

Step 2

In another bowl make the seasoning: add the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

One piece at a time, remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture and shake off any excess. Place the chicken in the seasoning and coat well.

Step 4

Depending on the size of your air fryer you may need to cook in batches. Give the chicken a good even coat of olive oil spray and give the basket of the air fryer a light coat of spray. On a single layer place the chicken skin side up giving each piece some room for the hot air to circulate. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes at 360 F. Halfway through the cooking time spray the chicken with another coat of olive oil. Cook until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 F. (It is very important that you use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken as it might look cooked on the outside but could be undercooked)