Air fryer fried chicken represents the modern evolution of American fried chicken adapted to healthier lifestyles since 2010. The air fryer achieves a crispy texture similar to traditional frying using a fraction of the oil. It quickly became popular in American homes as a quick alternative to homemade KFC chicken.
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Air Fryer Crispy Fried Chicken
America's Air Fryer Crispy Fried Chicken: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- USA
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- Low fat
- easy
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 340 kcal
- Protein 32 g
- Fiber 1 g
- Carbohydrates 18 g
- Fat 14 g
- Sodium 680 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Air Fryer Crispy Fried Chicken is an American preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 42 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 22 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 8 pieces of chopped chicken of 120 g.
- Have ready: 150 g of wheat flour.
- Have ready: 2 beaten eggs.
- Have ready: 100 g panko breadcrumbs.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon smoked paprika.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Marinate the chicken in salted whey milk for 1 hour in the refrigerator
Marinate the chicken in salted whey milk for 1 hour in the refrigerator. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Mix flour with paprika
Mix flour with paprika, garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Drain the chicken
Drain the chicken, dredge in seasoned flour, egg and panko, pressing well.
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Spray generously with cooking spray on all sides
Spray generously with cooking spray all over.
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Place in air fryer without crowding
Place in air fryer without crowding, cook at 190 C for 10 minutes.
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Flip the pieces
Turn the pieces, spray again and cook 10-12 more minutes until 74 C internally.
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Rest 3 minutes and serve with ranch sauce and parsley
Rest 3 minutes and serve with ranch sauce and parsley. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with skin without coating only with spices.
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