When I first got my air fryer, I spent weeks tossing in anything I could. Fries, cookie dough bites, you name it. But it was air fryer fried chicken that hooked me for good! Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and barely any mess to deal with. Did I mention it is also keto-friendly? Yeah, get into it boos!
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How to Make Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Step 1: Whisk the wet ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a paper bag, mix the dry ingredients. Dip each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then the egg wash, then back into the flour to coat, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Once all are coated, let them rest until the coating sets.
Step 2: Preheat the air fryer, place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined tray sprayed with nonstick spray, and generously spray the tops. Air fry, turning as needed, until cooked through. Serve with lemon wedges and a squeeze of lemon!
PRO TIP: If you’re making air fryer chicken tenders or boneless pieces, pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
Keto Air Fryer Fried Chicken
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Ingredients
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp worchestershire
- 1 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 1/4 cup unseasoned pork panko crumbs
- seasoned salt to taste (remember that the panko crumbs have some salt depending on what brand you use)- start at 1 tsp and mix in and taste the flour mixture and keep adjusting until you get to the desired amount
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper up to 1/2 tsp or more if you want more spice
- 1 lb bone in chicken legs and wings or boneless chicken tenders
- non stick cooking spray
- lemon wedges for garnish and serving optional
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together eggs, hot sauce and worcestershire and set aside.
- Next add flour, unseasoned pork panko crumbs, seasoned salt to taste, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper to a paper bag and shake to mix well.
- Dip each chicken piece into flour mixture and then egg wash coating both sides then dip back into seasoned flour thoroughly coating each piece. Then add piece to a parchment lined baking sheet to rest.
- Finish coating all chicken and let sit for 10-15 minutes until coating has set.
- While coating sets, set the air fryer to 400 degrees. Add floured chicken to a non stick sprayed parchment lined tray in the air fryer and liberally spray the tops of chicken with non stick spray.
- Airfry for 20-25 minutes turning as needed or until chicken is cooked throughout. Serve with lemon wedges and sprinkle lemon on chicken if you wish.
Notes
- Fridge: Let the chicken cool completely, then place it in an airtight container lined with paper towels to soak up any condensation. It will stay good for 3 to 4 days.
- Freezer: Pop the cooked chicken in a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
- Reheating: Let it sit at room temp for about 30 minutes. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F, arrange the chicken in a single layer, and cook for around 4 minutes, flipping once so it heats evenly.
Nutrition
Recipe Tips
- Set up your station first! Line up a plate and two bowls. Place the chicken on the plate, mix the egg wash in one bowl, and the seasoned flour in the other. Also designate one “wet hand” and one “dry hand”.
- Pat the chicken dry before dipping. Helps your crispy air fryer chicken come out with that perfect crunch.
- Boneless chicken cooks faster than bone-in pieces. Check them often! They’re ready when the thermometer reads 165°F.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket, boos. If the pieces don’t fit comfortably, cook them in batches.
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Serving Suggestions
- Low-Carb Sides: Try some cauliflower grits, cauliflower mac and cheese, or mustard greens.
- Salads: A crisp vinegar coleslaw, cucumber onion salad, or classic coleslaw pairs well with air fryer fried chicken.
- Veggies: Serve it with garlic green beans, turnip greens, or roasted Brussels sprouts.
- Dipping Sauces: Y’all HAVE to try my Chipotle BBQ sauce with this air fried chicken recipe! It’s addictive, boos.
Recipe Help
Yes! Coat the chicken, place it on a parchment lined baking sheet, and store it in the fridge for up to 8 hours before air frying.
Place the cooked chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet in a 200°F oven until all batches are done.
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Is there a substitute for the pork rinds?
You can use regular breadcrumbs if you want!