Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• Cooking spray - As needed
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 tablespoon
• All - purpose flour - 1 cup
• Buttermilk - 1 cup
• Chicken pieces - 4 pieces (legs or thighs)

Instructions

1. Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
4. Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off.
5. Coat each chicken piece in the flour mixture, pressing it onto the chicken to adhere.
6. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
7. Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer, without overcrowding.
8. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
9. Serve the air fryer fried chicken hot and enjoy!