Easy Air Fryer Fried Chicken without Buttermilk Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

In a large bowl, add flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, and cinnamon.

Stir the flour mixture until well blended.

Add the chicken thighs to the flour mixture and toss until the chicken thighs are well coated.

Preheat air fryer to 365°F (185°C).

Once the air fryer is ready, add the chicken to the air fryer in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, open the air fryer basket and spray any white spots on the chicken with cooking oil.

Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes.

Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).

Once done, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let cool before enjoying.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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