LOW SODIUM AIR FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is still healthy.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: whole chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while whole chicken can be more economical.

salt substitute

🥗Healthier: herbs and spices

💰Cheaper: none

Using herbs and spices adds flavor without sodium.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: none

Almond flour is lower in carbs and gluten-free.

Cut the chicken breasts into smaller pieces using scissors.

Pound the chicken pieces with a mallet to make them thinner.

Soak the chicken in 1 cup of buttermilk in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.

Prepare a coating mixture with flour, minced garlic, paprika, and ground ginger.

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let it drip off.

Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, then dip them in 1 egg, and coat with panko breadcrumbs and crushed cornflakes.

Place the coated chicken on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes before air frying.

Preheat the air fryer to 330°F (166°C).

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the chicken pieces in the basket, spray the tops again.

Cook the chicken at 330°F for 10 minutes, then turn the pieces over and spray again.

Cook for another 10 minutes at the same temperature, checking for doneness and adding extra time if needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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