Instant Air Fryer Southern Fried Chicken
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
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In this video I will show you step by step how to make Southern Fried Chicken in the air fryer. My 4 steps will help you to create a crispy chicken with a perfectly seasoned coating that is healthier but tastes like it.
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I really appreciate the "why you do this" parts of your instruction. Most others just say "do it like this" with no explanation why.
*I like that I can "fry" something on a whim! An oil fryer takes so much more time to clean and prepare **MyBest.Kitchen** a chore which usually kept me from frying all together. Also, the lack of needing oil to fry means that my family and I are eating healthier... while still enjoying the crispiness of fried foods.*
Easy to use touch screen, can stop and re-set time ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxD4Qeo-HRLxMfom_PDinM_SBfes00qJsB and temp at any point in the cooking process, unlike some of these (an Ultrean model we returned) that need to time down first to re-set, which waste power and time. Stays cool externally and the 3 beeps when done aren't that bad, 5 beeps for Shake reminder on the pre-sets. So far chiken, pork chops, grilled cheese, hot dogs, asparagus with prosciutto, frozen sweet potato fries, have all turned out really well. Holds 4 average drummies which works well for 2 people. The recipe booklet is great. This size unit doesn't take up too much space on the counter-top so that's a bonus. We're looking forward to using it even more in the summer instead of the oven, to keep the house cooler when we aren't barbequing. Less cleanup than with an oven. The detachable inner basket is easy to use, no problem with the screws as some have commented, but a simple screw driver would remedy that if it happens. We really love this little gizmo!!
Wow! you are one heck of a chatter box . . but a good one - I love your techniques and attention to detail . . . it's impossible to get it wrong with your coaching !
I'll take that as a compliment, lol.
Thank you. You don't take a boring long time and talk to others while you demonstrate. You got right to the point. You made it simple and used the right size air fryer. I'm disabled, but I'm sure my husband won't mind using your easy directions. Thanks again.
My pleasure!
This is my teacher and it’s amazing to see how great of a cook she is and how she’s a great teacher.
Awe Demir you are too kind! I miss your class this year. Y'all were a pretty great bunch. 👍
Found your videos a couple of weeks ago and instantly liked how you explain things. You are very clear and give great tips to those of us who are not experienced in the way of cooking. That chicken looks tasty!!
Awe thank you so very much!
My husband is really going to appreciate these tips. Fried chicken is his favorite and I sometimes have trouble getting it crispy enough; letting it rest 15 minutes on a rack is going to be a game changer! I heard you on judge john hodgman or some npr show a while ago and knew I should look you up and I was right.
Hahaha I love that! Yes, that was my husband and I on Judge John Hodgman. That was so fun!
I never thought I'd see this kind of content on UA-cam, you're so clear and flawless. Thanks for the orientation, greetings from Mexico 👋🏻
Oh wow that means a lot. Thank you so much.
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Just found your channel. To me a tutorial should make anyone who watches it feel as they are being talked to directly. Not feel like they’re being talked over. You do that in spades.😁 Unless of coarse it’s an advanced training one. You explained every detail and the why of every detail. Bravo.👏 So many others fail miserably. Nothing more frustrating than watching a how to video with 10 minutes of hi I’m _____ and I’m going to show you how to_____. Then 2 min. of getting everything ready. And the next thing you know it’s already to be put in the _____. Then it’s done. I hope you like my video, see you next time. If you’re not a full time teacher, you should be.
Awe you just made my whole day. And yeah, I am a teacher. I teach high school math in NYC. 😁👍
I bought an Ninja XL Air Fryer and have been watching videos...you have the best I've seen...clear voice and don't waste time...
Oh wow thank you so very much! Happy cooking and stay safe.
I just fix fried chicken today for the first time. I just bought my fryer last week. My husband and I were both were surprised how it came out. Very tender and not dried out very crispy. I did do a few things different. But I will learn more as I get use to it. Thanks for your video..
I love this recipe..... I haven't had fried chicken for 2 years! I've been on WW . This is delicious, I removed the skin and it was still moist and delicious. I can't thank you enough for all of your recipes. I absolutely love my Air Fryer. Thanks again ❤️
Yay!!! I've been on a weight loss journey for years so I'm so glad I could help you find a healthier recipe. Keep going and sending you good vibes!
Great recipe that I'll definitely use. Thank you. Whenever I use my mister to spray food like that, I put the pan into my sink (or you can put it over the sink if yours is divided) then the over-spray goes into the sink and not on the countertops and nearby stuff.
That's a great idea. I was putting paper towel or a cutting board under it, but I like your idea much better. 😃
Richard That's exactly what I did before I noticed your comment. I just didn't want oil on the countertops or other appliances. Anyway, great minds think alike.
wow .. thank you so much for sharing this. i literally just made this for my husband as a surprise. fried chicken is his favorite food. he was in awe of it , as am i. absolutely delicious. again thank you so much.
Oh wow that's so great to hear! I am so glad you both liked it. It's one of my favorite dinners, too.
I want to say thank you for being so descriptive and informative. I have a new toaster, bake, broil, etc air fryer with no instructions on how to use this thing. Never tried air frying. Your video is very helpful and more importantly your apron shows style and class!!
Sorry it took me so long to respond. Thank you for your kind words and I am so glad you found my videos helpful! Qapla"! lol
I love how you take your time to explain every step. Bravo.
I know this video is 2 years old and I sincerely hope you get this comment. I tried this recipe tonight and I was so shocked at how delicious this was! We recently processed 23 of our chickens and my dad won't eat them (he's old and cranky). He says he only likes fried chicken. Well, he ate this down to the bone! it was a little bit more work for me since I have never done this before, but I was so glad I did! The breast meat cut with a fork. It was tender, juicy, and just amazing. I can't say it enough! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!
You’ve given me some hope, as I have a vortex plus and am just about to use it today. I have my own recipes, but just needed to know the correct temperature and duration.
First time making this and we loved it! Thanks so much for the recipe, great instructions, and education!
Just love your presentation! Love fried chicken and was looking for an air fryer to cook the best fried chicken! Thanks!
Thanks for this video! I have used an air fryer a few times now and learned exactly what you said about it needing a bit of moisture and it was nice to hear someone actually say it so I know I am not just imagining it. LOL I am definitely going to make this recipe. I already have drumsticks in the freezer which I had already purchased to make in the air fryer but I will make it using your recipe! Thanks so much!
I have looked for southern fried chicken recipe for the air fryer for a while now. I found yours and it's absolutely Amazing. Best southern fried chicken ever. It even beats iron skillet southern fried chicken and that's hard to do.
Oh my gosh, I'm so glad. 😍
I purchased my Instant Vortex Plus yesterday and this was the first recipe I made. Thank you for sharing your recipe and posting this video! It was delicious!😍
Yay I am so glad you liked it! Thank you so much for sharing and stay safe.
You are Amazing Lana, for teaching us all about this appliance. I appreciate you SO Much. I will continue to learn from you as the days go on! Thank You
Sorry it took so long for me to get back to you, my internet was out for 2 weeks due to the tropical storm. Thank you so much for your kind words they really mean a lot to me. Happy cooking and stay safe!
I really enjoyed this tutorial!! I love how thorough you are with instructions, how to and why it's needed, etc. I love this Southern crispy air fryer recipe! Will be a subscriber. Great job, thanks!!
Thank you so much.
I love this, you do great demos. I just borrowed an air fryer, haven't used it yet. Thank you
Thanks sooo much for this video 👏👏👏 I just purchased an air fryer with the grill instead of the bucket, as they seem to hold larger amounts for a bigger family. Your tips are superb 👌👌👌
I normally don’t comment on things. But this is the best chicken I have ate in a long time. We chose to use chicken wings which were so nice and juicy. We bought the Omni plus a few days ago and this is the first recipe we tried. I also cut up fresh potatoes to make fries and did both at the same time. I am still going to have to work on that lol. But thank you so much for this video. I have also watched a lot of your other videos on the Omni since there wasn’t very many out there. They are very informative and are helping me become more comfortable with the Omni. So thank you so much.
Oh my goodness, you made my whole week! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe. It's one of my family favorites and I don't even fry it in oil anymore since this is so much easier. If you ever have a question, please feel free to reach out. Happy cooking and stay safe.
Thanks for sharing. I just got one today and I am looking forward to watching your videos as I begin to cook more with my Air Fryer.
Oh boy, I hope you enjoy and if you ever have any Austin's feel free to pm me on Facebook. Happy cooking and stay safe.
Just got my vortex air fryer this week and this was the first recipe I made. Absolutely delicious! Thank you so much for sharing! I also loved watching all your other air fryer videos. They are Very helpful. You have such a sweet demeanor as well.
I really hope you will make more air fryer recipes/tips videos.
Awe thank you so much! You are lovely and I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and to comment. I have a lot more recipes on my blog for the air fryer, since I started that a year before I started videos. I am steadily working my way to make a video for all of them. :)
Lana Under Pressure I will definitely check out your blog. Thanks so
Much!
Just got my vortex air-fryer yesterday and I love it and thank you for the southern fried chicken tip 🍗
Yay I am so glad you like it! Happy cooking and stay safe. :)
I’m a new subscriber! Want to say that of all of the videos I’ve viewed of the Vortex AirFryer, yours are by far the most informative, clearest, & FUN! Thank you for taking the time, and money I’m sure, that you give to provide these videos to us all! As others have stated, you should be compensated. ❤ Thank you from Tulsa, OK
Well you just made my whole day!! Thank you so very much for the kindness. Happy cooking. 😊
Lana, after going through dozens of you tube videos on air frying fried chicken, yours was the best explained and demonstrated of the bunch........ Am going to use your recipe with a few additions and give it a try tonight...... I will post again when we are finished devouring the chicken...... I am actually trying to duplicate a memory of my mothers "Maryland" fried chicken that I had 60 years ago, with no knowledge of her recipe, only the memory of what it tasted like........
Oh wow thank you so much! If love to hear how it came out?
Thank you! I've been cooking for over 50 years but air fryers are new to me. Thank you for the lesson in how to do 'Southern" fried chicken in the airfryer. PS I guess someone should have told my Italian mother that the way she made fried chicken was 'Southern'. Having never been to the south before she was 45, she would have been very surprised, LOL. Don't know why the south has claimed that way of frying chicken, but ok - let them, it can make up for how bad the okra and hominy is ;)
Hahaha well I'm really glad I could be of help. Now I'm curious as to why this method in the states is called southern, too. I'll have to look that up.
Your videos are so clear and organized. I have a Instant Pot Vortex Plus that I purchased 2 years ago and I'm just now taking it out of the box to try it (was afraid of it, Lol). I'm going to try the fried chicken.
Glad it was helpful! Happy cooking and stay safe.
I’ve watched a lot of air fryer “Fried Chicken” videos, you make sense. Methodologies are important, as well as the appliance being used. Keep up the good work. I believe you have more formal training, than a just a home cook. I appreciate your time. Very informative & well made video. I’m giving your method a try, (using a Cuisinart, and applying great tips, you provided). Best to you & keep up the good instructions.😊
Hi! I love that you think I have formal training. I promise you I absolutely do not. Averiado, I used to hate cooking, and my hubby did all of it. But when he got sick I started and just taught myself. I'm a high school math teacher, so I am really good at researching, trying, adapting, and then explaining. But this was the best compliment I've ever gotten, and you really made my day.
I am not Cuban but I agree Adobe is the best especially for chicken. I use the red cap adobe by Goya all the time!
Loved it Lana! As always you are thorough and easy to understand. You never disappoint!!! Appreciate the love to the Adobo and Lawry's seasonings, use those too!!!
Awe thank you so much! I could sprinkle Adobo and Lawry's on everything. I'm sure if I try hard enough I could figure out a way to make it work on a dessert, lol.
@@LanaUnderPressure I hear you on that. Your chicken looked wonderful btw!!! I know it was good and the family loved it. 🙂
Really liked your cooking tips. Been worrying that I u but not like this machine I bought. But you helped me by explaining so much.. thanks
Well that makes me so happy. Thank you so much and I'm glad you like it. Happy cooking and stay safe!
"put a sticker on a wet window" is the most accurate metaphore.
Hey Lana! Just found you today because I bought my Omni. You are a great inspiration and your positivity is felt. Wanted you to know that all the UA-camrs have those nasty "Haters" who no matter what they do and say, they always get criticized and get dislikes for NO REASON! Ignore them...it's not you. Its the ugliness of people that can't help themselves. I've subscribed all look forward to more recipes. GO AHEAD and keep on with your personal style! LOVELY PERSON through and through.
Awe Carrie, you made my day! Thank you so much. I try not to let it get to me and I try to stay positive even when responding. My kids get madder than I do and sometimes they comment in my defense, which I think is great. I am so glad you like my videos and nice people like you mean more to me than negative ones. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and stay safe and lots of blessings for you and your family. 😀
I just got the omni, the one you used here, for my birthday today and I'm omw to the store to buy chicken and stuff for chocolate lava cakes to try it out been watching your videos all day to figure this out. Thanks for the help 🖤💜💙
Yay, what a great birthday present! I'm so glad you found my video helpful. Happy belated birthday and happy cooking! 🎂🎁
I am trying this recipe for the first time in my instant vortex oven. Your videos are the best!
Update...that was the best chicken I have ever made! Thanks for sharing your recipe
Yay!!!
That makes me so happy! I am so glad you liked it. 😍
Really good, clear instructions. Thank you. I just tried this but with Panko. Taste good but not what I wanted. I wanted FRIED chicken. Trying this tomorrow, Lana. Thanks again.
I really like watching your videos on air frying. I learn a lot from you and I'm 82 years old and learned something new today! LOL! I just purchased the Instant Air fryer Vortex. My first air fryer but I think I'm going to like it. I have subscribed and look forward to more helpful hints. Thanks, Jean
You are so welcome. Thank you so much!
Lana- Great recipe. Cant wait to try it. I have been binging your videos since my husband got me the vortex plus for Christmas. We are a family of Cuban and Puerto Rican heritage so your recipes are spot on. Food Network needs to hire you. 😊
I am sorry it took me so log to respond. Usually I can comment right away but things have been crazy in the Perez household.
Thank you so much you made my day! I am so glad you like my recipes and I am so happy you like my videos. If you ever ahve a question you can reach out on Facebook I usually get those notifications right away. Happy cooking and stay safe!
Finally learned how to make Southern fried chicken.
Great video, I'm going to give this recipe a try. I do have As a suggestion though. Why don't you use metal rack from inside your air fryer during the prep stage of your chicken recipe? That way, you can transfer the prepped chicken all at once versus having to hand-transfer each piece individually and possibly losing parts of the coating.
Brilliant! I never thought of that.
Thank you so very much. This is a lesson that I really enjoyed. I appreciate how you explained details step by step, you did not assume that we already knew anything.
That's the teacher in me! I'm so glad it helped.
Very good recipe!! I exclusively fry my chicken in the air fryer now. It tastes so much more like chicken instead of oil. Tip especially with chicken that has skin the oil in the skin will add moisture to the flour as well so I don’t spray the dry spots with oil until I check halfway usually it’s only a few spots that need oil. Also substituting 1/4 cup white flour with whole wheat makes a perfect golden crust.
Thank you! Great idea about the whole wheat flour. I actually find as well that if you let it sit a lot longer than 15 mins it soaks up the flour as well. Another thing I do, but forgot to mention, is take a paper towel and dip it int he egg wash and just pat any dry flour.
Fellow Trekkie here
Love your Apron! "Today is a Good Day to Dine"!!!
**I'm so sorry it took me so long to reply. I returned to teaching to help out with the teacher shortage due to Covid at my son's high school, so it's kept me busy.**
Haha, I had my sister-in-law make that for me. I was torn between that or "Bake It So" lol.
@@LanaUnderPressure Either quote would be highly approved!
I love your indepth explanation, very easy to follow.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Happy cooking and stay safe!
@@LanaUnderPressure thank you, I am definitely a follower.
OMGosh! I am excited because I have the oven that you link to! Your chicken looks really yummy! I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Yay I'm so glad! How you like it as much as I do.
what oven is it ? I will see if its available in the uk
Thank you for a great video. You answered my question on my type of air fryer by just watching how you put the chicken in yours. I have the Gourmia that has racks more like what you have. All the other vids I'd watched have the basket type air fryers.
You have a witty Klingon apron and you make dog treats. I totally love you. Subscribed!
Haha thank you. And Daisy Mae thanks you too. Or should I say Quatlho' lol🖖
I got one of these for Christmas and you have been a life saver! I look forward too more videos because I have no clue how to air fry ANYTHING! These look amazing!
Awe yay! And thank you for the kind words. You got this. If you are on Facebook, I have a group called Instant Vortex Plus, Omni, and Air Fryer Lid Group. Everyone there is so helpful and shares great tips and recipes. Plus you can always PM me if you have any questions. :)
@@LanaUnderPressure Thank you so much! I still find you on Facebook too!
My wife and I love to cook , we love this video ! New subs here.
Than you so much!
Received my Omni for Christmas and came across this video...we had this for dinner tonight! It was awesome! PS I just ordered the Topst oil mister!! Keep up the great videos!
Yay so glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome Apron and recipe! Today is a GOOD DAY TO FRY!
Hahaha, I was hoping a fellow trekkie would notice! I was between that and "Bake it So!".
Excellent video just what i was looking for God Bless
The best chicken air fryer video I have seen yet.
Love the apron!
It worked! It really did! Delicious! Thank you!!
Yay so glad you liked it!
OMG I just found your youtube account, definitely subscribing. Amazing job at explaining each step!!!
Thank you so much for sharing. My Instant Omni Plus is coming in a couple weeks and I am so excited to try your UA-cam and blog recipes.
You are so welcome! I think you will really enjoy it. Happy cooking and stay safe.
This is my new favorite channel. You are definitely my spirit guide lol
Awe thanks so much! Feel free to reach out any time if you have questions. :)
I found your channel by searching for videos on using my new Air fryer Vortex. Your channel is a hidden gem! I subscribed and definitely will be trying some of your tips. Keep making great content.
Awe thank you so much! You made my morning. Glad you liked my videos and thanks for subscribing. Stay safe and happy cooking.
THANK YOU FOR THE TIPS I WILL BE MAKING THESE TOMMOROW ALONG WITH A BAKED MAC & CHEESE / I USED YOUR LINK TO ORDER THE OIL MISTER. (I AM TRYING SOMETHING DIFFERANT I SEASONED MY CHICKEN DRUMS TONIGHT TO COOK FOR TOMMOROW}
You are so very welcome! I hope you enjoy it. Seasoning the chicken the night before is smart. Sometimes if I have time, I will brine my chicken.
Best apron ever. Today is a good day to dine!
Hahaha thank you! Or should I say qatho'
@@LanaUnderPressure secret star trek nerds unite
But loved all those tips and they produced an amazing product. Lol you win!!! Yum yum liked the final oil tip and really worked well
Love your presentation. I tried it in my air fryer- does come out crispy outside and moist inside. Thanks.
We just had our air fryer oven arrive yesterday. Going to have to try this recipe. Love your apron btw! :)
Yay congrats on your purchase and thank you for the lovely compliment on my apron. My sister-in-law makes them for me.
I was recently given a Ninja Air Fryer and was looking for a fried chicken recipe one that had simple basic seasonings, something I can use from our kitchen! You hit the nail on the head for me!
Oh wow I am so glad! I know a few people who have the Ninja and really like it.
Wow you are just amazing! My husband just got me the Insta Pot Vortex can’t Waite to use it!
You are so sweet! Thank you so much.
Some amazing tips! Thanks!
You are so welcome!
Very nice and formative instructions !!! 👍 👍 👍
Thank you so much!
thanks for the help first time useing aif fryer
Great video, very clear instructions and explanations. Thanks!
I made this and the rotisserie chicken last night because I had two fryers that needed to be cooked. When I tell you this chicken was good, baby it was good! I was ready to fight the children! I've fried a lot of chicken and this is my favorite method!
Yes m'am that rotisserie chicken is definitely "fight the children Hunger Games style" worthy, lol. One of our favorite dinners. If you don't have a fryer but one of the bigger chickens, I have a video on how to rotisserie a larger bird. And fi you want to kick it up a notch, use my method of placing foil on the bottom and then place potatoes or veggies on it so the dripping juice and fat from the chicken drips on the veggies.
I say "fight the children". Besides, they aren't paying off the mortgage!
P.S. I'm mostly Scots Irish/German descent, however, you are right! Goya Adobo is the best seasoning!
You explain things so well! Instant subscriber here. ❤
There definitely has to be Goya Adobo seasoning when cooking or your not cooking. I also like the flavour the Oliver Oil Pam adds to the flavor of the air fried wings. I am going to try this recipe as soon as my highly allergic (dairy, eggs, wheat, and soy) child is not home.
You know it! Adobo should be sprinkled on everything. I've actually never tried the Olive Oil Pam because up here in NYC it's like 6.99 a can. lol
@@LanaUnderPressure LOL. Lana, I'm in BK.
Such a great video. Very clear step by step. Thank you. I don’t have an Omni, instead I have a caphalon air fryer. I hope this recipe works in it.
Glad it was helpful! It should work in any air fryer oven.
Thankyou so much ! Chicken looks
great , your video is well explained
Thanks again 🌷💕
Ok, I finally tried it today. It was a hit, wife and daughter also loved it. But I must tell you the thighs are so much better than the drums sticks. I did leave out the hot sauce, I will throw that in next time. Thanks, maybe get some Adobo seasoning next trip to the store too.
I made my first batch of air fried chicken today. I was just guessing how to do it & wound up doing it remarkably like this. Except. I dont have an oil sprayer. So I mixed some oil into breadcrumbs & used that on top of the batter. It was great. But my digital fryer preset was 20 min @ 400°. At the end my meat thermometer said only 160° f. So zi gave it another 8 min.
Wonderful! What a great idea about the oil.
Thank you for the video. That fried chicken looks perfect. I'll be following your steps when I open my brand new PowerXL Air Fryer on Christmas Day 2020. I cannot wait!!!! 😊
Fried chicken on Christmas day sounds awesome. I hope you like it as much as my family does. :)
looks so good, thank you
Great tips on air fryer chicken.
i am a german and at times i use adobo too i grew up with Puerto Ricans
It's great on everything!
nice and easy way to go will try this way
Awesome videos! Great information and background on technique
Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. Happy cooking and stay safe.
Thank you Lana! Very thorough! can't wait to make this!!
No, wander why I was having that issue with coating my chicken. Thanks for sharing!!!
I'm so glad I could help. :)
In the south our chicken is mostly dredged in flour. Add egg wash it then becomes a batter.
I am originally from the south. That said, in an Air Fryer you have to add moisture before your dredge or else the flour will stay dry and just create a powder. When cooking chicken tradionally using lard or oil, that is the moisture that cooks the flour. But in an Air Fryer, you don't have that so the egg becomes the moisture. But the second flour dredge gives it that Southern fried chicken effect. And I'm pretty sure it's not considered a batter if you don't mix the liquid into the flour/cornstarch and create a thick liquid. Either way, if you are going to cook without oil, you have to make some concessions.
Thank you for sharing!
This air fryer ( like your) could not to find on Amazon !
Since I made this video years ago, they stopped selling it and updated it.
You are terrific Lana.
❤️
I love you and your videos...keep them coming!
Awe thank you so much! :)
Best chicken in town
Thank you so much!
it helped a LOT! can't wait to try - just wondered why you didn't use the air fryer basket rather than putting directly on the baking rack?
Great question. When cooking anything int he air fryer that you want to get browned on all sides, the least amount of surface area of the food that touches any rack or tray, the better. Also, you can cook so much more on the rack vs the basket and it't much easier t clean. I rarely use the basket unless the food is too small.
@@LanaUnderPressure appreciate this! thanks for your reply!