Air Fryer Copycat KFC Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Copycat KFC Fried Chicken when you think about Fried chicken, your mind automatically goes to a bucket of fried chicken from THE BEST place to purchase fried chicken. Today, I will show you how to make a copycat version in your very own air fryer.

On Friday nights, either my sister or I would choose what takeout we wanted, she always went for Chinese Food, I always choose the KFC. It would come with buttery biscuits, coleslaw, mashed potatoes covered with gravy, and of course sweet corn. To me, it was like a feast. I loved it.

My kids really love a great fried chicken dinner. Marrying someone with family in the South, my kids really got spoiled eating magnificent Fried Chicken and loved it. So, of course, with my air fryer, I am working on all things fried.

The Secret To Great Copycat Air Fryer KFC Fried Chicken

After searching the web for the secret Fried Chicken Recipe, I found an article written by a Chicago news reporter, who happened by accident to take a picture of the original recipe.

So, the secret which I found out s really due to a few reasons:

• KFC uses 11 different herbs in their seasoning blend, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, celery salt, black pepper, mustard powder, ginger, thyme, basil, and oregano.
• They add MSG for my homemade copycat version, which I omitted. However, you can add some Accent flavoring, which is said to taste the same as the MSG.

Air Fryer Copycat KFC Fried Chicken

Today, I tried my hand at making copycat Air Fryer KFC Chicken, and I came really close. As in the recipe I soaked my chicken in buttermilk and then battered it with the seasonings an flour and then air fried it to perfection.

I used a combination of chicken thighs and drumsticks.

The Ingredients For The Copycat Version:

Note: The exact quantities and instructions are found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Seasoning Blend:

• Paprika
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Kosher Salt
• Celery Salt
• Black Pepper
• Dried Mustard Powder
• Ground Ginger
• Thyme
• Basil
• Oregano

Other Ingredients:

• Buttermilk
• Eggs
• All-Purpose Flour
• Cornstarch
• Chicken: A Combination of thighs, breasts, wings, or legs
• Olive Oil Spray

How to Make KFC Fried Chicken in the Air Fryer

• In a large bowl, mix together the eggs and buttermilk, whisk to combine.
• In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, celery salt, pepper, mustard, ginger, thyme, basil, and oregano. Whisk to combine.
• Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees for 5 minutes.
• Dip your chicken into the buttermilk mixture, let any excess drip off.

• Then place the chicken into the flour mixture and press the flour onto the chicken to make sure it sticks. Shake off any excess.
• Spray the basket with olive oil, and then place the chicken into the basket. Generously spray your chicken with cooking spray. Air fry for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying with more cooking spray.
• Chicken is done with it reaches 165 degrees F, and the outside is golden brown.
• Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Some Great Items To Serve This Dish With

• KFC Copycat Coleslaw
• KFC Copycat Potato Wedges
• Mashed Potatoes
• KFC Copycat Biscuits

SOME HELPFUL PRODUCTS USED IN MAKING THIS RECIPE-

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Philips Kitchen Appliances Digital Twin TurboStar Airfryer XXL, with Fat Removal Technology, 3 Lbs, Black, HD9650/96

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