Air Fryer Fried Chicken With Hot Honey

Description:

Crispy fried chicken with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze, all made in the air fryer for less mess and fewer calories without sacrificing flavor.

Cooking Equipment Needed:

• Air fryer Bowl for seasoning and flour Bowl for eggs Small saucepan (for hot honey) Brush (for glazing)

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  1 cup all-purpose flour
  2 teaspoons paprika
  1 teaspoon garlic powder
  1 teaspoon salt
  1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  2 eggs, beaten
  For the hot honey:
  1/2 cup honey
  1 tablespoon hot sauce or to taste
  1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Cooking Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Cooking Steps:

Prepare Chicken: Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then dredge in flour mixture.

Cook Chicken: Preheat the air fryer to 375F (190C). Place chicken in the basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Make Hot Honey: While chicken cooks, combine honey, hot sauce, and vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until combined and slightly thickened.

Finish with Glaze: Brush the hot honey over the chicken immediately after it comes out of the air fryer.

Serve: Serve hot, garnished with additional hot sauce or fresh herbs if desired.