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Crispy Air-Fried Buttermilk Chicken with Herb Crust
4.9
AmericanMain Course

Crispy Air-Fried Buttermilk Chicken with Herb Crust

Satisfy your fried chicken cravings with this crispy, juicy, and healthier version that's air-fried or baked instead of deep-fried. The buttermilk marinade ensures tender meat while the specially seasoned coating provides that satisfying crunch you're looking for.

Cravingless
4.9
8 hours 55 mins

RECIPE HIGHLIGHTS

COOK TIME

35 mins

CALORIES

285 kcal

PROTEIN

42 g

SERVINGS

6 servings

Recipe Instructions

Recipe Ingredients

6 servings

the marinade:

  • 2 pounds chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks)
  • 2 cups buttermilk (or 2 cups milk mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt

the coating:

  • 1 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

spraying:

  • Olive oil spray

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Ingredients can be prepped up to 24 hours in advance.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories
285kcal
  • 🧈
    Total Fat
    8g
  • 🥓
    Saturated Fat
    2g
  • 🍚
    Carbohydrates
    15g
  • 🍬
    Sugars
    2g
  • 🥦
    Fiber
    3g
  • 🥩
    Protein🔥 High
    42g
  • 🧂
    Sodium
    390mg

* Calories and nutritional info are calculated per serving.

Dietary Info

Suitable for Diet

Low Fat DietHigh Protein Diet

Keywords

HealthyChickenAir-friedCrispyLow-fatHigh-proteinBakedButtermilkDinnerMain dish

Nutritional Highlights

Low Sugar
Only 2 grams sugar
High Protein
42 grams protein
High Fiber
3 grams fiber

* This information is meant as a guideline for dietary purposes.