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Buttermilk Fried Chicken
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken

5(5)
22 min
Time
380°F
Temp
360 cal
Cal
4
Serves

Ingredients

Chicken
2 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings)
2 cups buttermilk
1 tsp hot sauce
Breading
1.5 cups flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne

Equipment

  • Instant-Read Meat Thermometer
  • Oil Sprayer Mister
  • Air Fryer Parchment Liners

Steps

  1. 1

    Soak chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).

  2. 2

    Mix flour, cornstarch, and all seasonings. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.

  3. 3

    Dredge chicken in flour mixture, pressing firmly. For extra crunch, dip back in buttermilk and dredge again.

  4. 4

    Spray generously with oil. Air fry at 380°F for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and 175°F internal for dark meat.

  5. 5

    Rest 5 minutes before serving.

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Tip: The buttermilk soak is what makes fried chicken special — it tenderizes and flavors the meat. Cornstarch in the flour creates extra crunch. Double-dredging is worth the effort. Let the coating set 10 minutes before cooking.

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