- Marinate Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Ensure the chicken is fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prepare Coating:
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat Chicken:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Take each chicken breast from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and coat it thoroughly with the flour mixture. Press the coating onto the chicken to adhere.
- Air Fry:
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray or use an oil spray. Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
- Cook:
- Air fry the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve:
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the air-fried KFC-style fried chicken breasts with your favorite dipping sauce.
Enjoy your crispy and flavorful air-fried KFC-style chicken breasts! Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.