Crispy Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Chicken You’ll Crave Daily

This Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Chicken is a gluten-free, crispy delight that brings street food vibes to your kitchen.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Taiwanese

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

For the Coating

1 cup Cornstarch Can substitute with potato starch
1 tbsp Oil Spray For browning

For the Marinade

2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
2 cloves Garlic (finely grated)
1 tbsp Ginger (finely grated)
1 tbsp Brown Sugar Or regular sugar
1 tsp Salt

For the Spice Mix

1 tsp White Pepper Powder Black pepper as substitute
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Five-Spice Powder Optional

For Garnish

1 cup Basil (sliced) or Nori Sheets
1 lemon Lemon Wedges
1 cup Sliced Hot Peppers

Equipment

Air fryer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken thighs with marinade ingredients. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Spice Mix: Combine white pepper powder, additional salt, and five-spice powder.
Coat the Chicken: Add cornstarch to marinated chicken and mix well for even coating.
Arrange in the Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer, place chicken in a single layer, and spray with oil.
Cook the Chicken: Air fry at 350°F for 10 minutes, then flip and cook at 400°F for 5 minutes.
Toss with Spice: Transfer chicken to a bowl and toss with spice mix.
Garnish and Serve: Plate the chicken, garnish, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Adjust spice to your taste preference.

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