This recipe for air fryer fried chicken is truly the best- A crispy and crunchy on the outside yet moist and juicy on the inside, no one will know it’s low carb- It’s even better than KFC!
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of chicken (thighs or legs with fur)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or spray
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked paprika)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 2 tablespoons wheat flour or cornstarch for extra crispiness
Instructions
1. Prep the chicken:
Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Season:
In a bowl, mix together salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
Optionally, add the 2 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch for extra crispiness. Lightly brush each piece of chicken with olive oil and coat completely with the spice mix.
3. Preheat the Airfryer:
Set the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
4. Cook:
Place the chicken pieces in the Airfryer basket skin side down, making sure they are not touching. Cook for 15 minutes at 180°C.
Turn the chicken pieces over, increase the temperature to 200°C (400°F) and cook for 10-12 minutes more until the skin is golden and crispy.
5. Review:
Make sure the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature should be 75°C (165°F).
If you want more crispiness, you can add 2 more minutes.
Serve:
Serve the crispy chicken with a fresh salad, mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Ready! Enjoy golden, juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside chicken made in Airfryer!
