Dairy-Free Air Fryer Crispy Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this Dairy-Free Air Fryer Crispy Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and bold flavor. Featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a savory spice paste and dipped into a cornstarch batter made with non-dairy milk, this dish delivers a delightfully golden crunch without any dairy products. Prepared entirely in the air fryer for a healthier take on fried chicken, it’s ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, paprika, and oregano, each bite is packed with flavor and texture. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with a crisp salad or roasted veggies for a complete dairy-free meal that’s both satisfying and guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Non-dairy milk (e.g., almond milk)
Instructions
Start by patting the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a shallow dish, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with non-dairy milk to create a batter.
Brush the spice paste evenly over both sides of the chicken thighs.
Dip each chicken thigh into the cornstarch mixture, making sure it's fully coated. Shake off any excess.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring there is space between each piece for even cooking.
Cook the chicken for 12 minutes, then carefully flip each piece and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Serve hot with your favorite sides or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 1717 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 157.5 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1592 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
