There’s nothing quite like Southern fried chicken—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. However, the traditional deep-frying method can be a bit heavy on the grease. Enter the air fryer, a modern kitchen marvel that delivers all the crunch and taste of classic fried chicken without the excess oil. Ready to transform your kitchen into a Southern haven? Let’s get started!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco or Louisiana hot sauce)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges