Best 6 Air Fryer Fried Chicken Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Getting crispy and juicy fried chicken without using a deep fryer is possible with the air fryer. This kitchen appliance is a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods. With little to no oil, you can enjoy your favorite fried foods without sacrificing their delicious flavors. This article will provide you with a mouth-watering air fryer fried chicken recipe that will satisfy your cravings for crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside fried chicken.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR FRYER ROAST CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Air Fryer Roast Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Kiss your store-bought rotisserie chicken goodbye! This super juicy and easy roasted chicken comes together in only an hour. We won't judge you for saving all the extra crispy skin for yourself.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken, 3-4 pound (1.3 -1.8 grams)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Pat the chicken dry all over, including inside the cavity, with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Rub the butter all over the breast side of the chicken, including under the skin of the breasts. Sprinkle the spice mixture all over the breast side of the chicken and rub to coat well. Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine.
  • Place the chicken, breast-side down, in the air fryer and "fry" for 30 minutes. Carefully flip the chicken breast-side up and continue cooking for 20 minutes more, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 0 grams

AIR FRYER POPCORN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

One thing we'll say about this popcorn chicken is that you won't be able to stop popping it in your mouth! Dredged in spiced flour, buttermilk, and panko, then air fried to crispy perfection, it's savory, tangy, crunchy, and great for sharing (if you can bear to!).

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup buttermilk
2 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 in (2.54 cm)
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
ketchup, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Add the panko to a third medium bowl.
  • Season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Dip 1 piece of chicken at a time in the flour mixture, making sure to fully coat each piece and shaking off any excess. Dip the chicken in the egg mixture. Then, coat the chicken in the panko. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray the basket with nonstick spray.
  • Working in batches, arrange the chicken in the basket, making sure the pieces are not touching. Cook until light golden, 5 minutes, then flip the chicken over and continue cooking until cooked through and golden brown, 5 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • Serve the popcorn chicken with ketchup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 2 grams

AIR FRYER FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Air Fryer Fried Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Marinated in buttermilk, then coated in seasoned flour and air fried to golden brown perfection, this fried chicken is succulent, moist, and perfectly crunchy. Drizzle hot honey on top for a sweet and spicy bite!

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups buttermilk
3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 lb chicken drumstick
1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder,
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
honey, hot, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Add the chicken drumsticks and turn to coat, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining teaspoon of salt, remaining teaspoon of pepper, the paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
  • Remove a drumstick from the marinade and coat in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip the chicken in the eggs, then back into the flour. Repeat with the remaining drumsticks.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200˚C). Spray the basket with nonstick spray.
  • Set 2 drumsticks in the air fryer, making sure they aren't touching, and cook until light golden, 12 minutes. Flip the chicken over and continue cooking until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about 12 minutes more. If you see any dry, floury spots showing, spray with cooking spray and cook for 1 more minute. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • Serve with hot honey.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 6 grams

EASY AIR-FRIED CHICKEN BREAST



Easy Air-Fried Chicken Breast image

Easy air fryer chicken recipe for one that can easily be scaled up for more people.

Provided by Anonymous

Time 28m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) chicken breast
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C).
  • Brush both sides of the chicken breast with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on one side. Set chicken breast, seasoned side down, into the air fryer basket and sprinkle the other side with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Air-fry for 9 minutes, flip, and cook until chicken breast is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 9 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Transfer chicken breast onto a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 418.2 mg

AIR-FRYER SOUTHERN-STYLE CHICKEN



Air-Fryer Southern-Style Chicken image

I call this America's best-loved air fryer chicken. The secret is in the breading, which makes the chicken super moist and flavorful, herby and golden brown. -Elaina Morgan, Rickman, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 50)
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 large egg, beaten
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
Cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a shallow bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Place egg in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, then in cracker mixture, patting to help coating adhere. In batches, place chicken in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket, spritz with cooking spray., Cook 10 minutes. Turn chicken and spritz with cooking spray; cook until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear, 10-20 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

AIR FRYER ZESTY CHICKEN WINGS RECIPE BY TASTY



Air Fryer Zesty Chicken Wings Recipe by Tasty image

One appliance, four snacks! There's almost nothing the air fryer can't crisp up--from chicken wings and tortilla chips to sweet potato chips and onion rings, your next snack attack is covered with these easy recipes. Make one when the craving strikes, or whip them all up for your next gathering!

Provided by Chris Rosa

Categories     Dinner

Time 22m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ½ lb chicken wings, patted dry
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon Tasty Zesty Spice Blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, toss the chicken wings with the salt and Tasty Zesty Spice Blend until well coated
  • Working in batches, add the chicken wings to the air fryer in a single layer and "fry" for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs: They're more flavorful and juicy than boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
  • Make sure the chicken is dry before air frying: This will help the skin crisp up.
  • Season the chicken generously: Use a blend of your favorite spices and herbs.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F: This will help the chicken cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken in batches if necessary: Don't overcrowd the air fryer or the chicken won't cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F: Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving: This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat.

Conclusion:

Air fryer fried chicken is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your air fryer fried chicken is crispy, juicy, and flavorful. So next time you're craving fried chicken, give this recipe a try!

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