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The Easy Trick For The Crispiest 'Fried' Chicken Without Deep Frying By Bobby Lewis Sept. 3, 2025 7:39 pm EST

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The fresh, crispy crunch of the first bite of fried chicken is perhaps one of the best parts of the dish. But deep frying the chicken yourself can be a hassle, particularly when cleaning up oily cookware and dealing with that deep-fried smell in the home. And although baked chicken is nice too, it doesn't hold up to the real deal. There is, however, a way to get close.

For the best "fried" chicken without vats of hot oil, coat buttermilk-pickle brined chicken in a well seasoned dredge mixture, then cook it in an air fryer. The brine ensures that the meat is thoroughly seasoned with salt and acid, both tenderizing it and enh

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