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Ingredients
- 3 cups buttermilk
- 6 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)
- 6 chicken drumsticks (about 2 lbs)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Olive oil cooking spray , for the chicken
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Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
- In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk , crushed garlic , and a good pinch of salt and pepper .
- Add the chicken thighs and drumsticks , ensuring they’re fully coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour , or ideally overnight (up to 24 hours) for maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Pro tip: The longer the marination, the juicier and more flavorful the chicken.
2. Prepare the Dredge
- In another large bowl, mix together: 2 cups flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- A pinch of salt and pepper
3. Coat the Chicken
- Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off.
- Dredge it in the flour mixture , pressing lightly to coat all sides.
- Place coated pieces on a wire rack and let rest for 10–15 minutes (this helps the coating stick).
4. Air Fry the Chicken
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) .
- Lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray .
- Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer — don’t overcrowd .
- Spray the tops of the chicken pieces lightly with oil.
- Cook for 25–30 minutes , flipping halfway through and respraying with oil as needed, until: The crust is golden brown and crispy
- The internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C) for dark meat
- Cook in batches if your air fryer is small.
5. Keep Warm Between Batches
- If cooking in batches, place finished chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet in a 250°F (120°C) oven to stay warm until all pieces are done.
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