- Marinate Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour. This helps tenderize the chicken.
- Preheat Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Breading Mixture:
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and coat each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken to adhere.
- Place in Air Fryer:
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil spray. Place the breaded chicken in the basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Air Fry:
- Cook in the preheated air fryer for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve:
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.
Feel free to adjust the seasonings and cooking time based on your preferences and the specific model of your air fryer. Enjoy your air-fried chicken!