Lita Eats

Ingredients

Chicken

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil spray (or preferred oil)

Chicken Flour Coating

• ½ cup flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 tbsp garlic salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp water

Brown Gravy

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 tbsp flour
• 1 tsp chicken bouillon
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 cups chicken broth

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

1. In a small bowl, combine garlic salt, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
2. Season the chicken thighs evenly with the spice mixture.
3. Sprinkle baking powder over the chicken and rub it in thoroughly. This step is key for achieving extra-crispy skin.

Coat the Chicken

4. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients listed under Chicken Flour Coating.
5. Add water a few drops at a time, mixing gently to create small clumps in the flour mixture. This helps create texture and crunch.
6. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat each piece thoroughly.

Air Fry

7. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with oil.
8. Air fry at 385°F (196°C) for 12 minutes.
9. Flip the chicken skin-side up, spray lightly with oil, and air fry for another 10–12 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
10. Optional: Sprinkle additional cayenne pepper for extra heat after cooking.

Make the Brown Gravy

11. In a saucepan over low-medium heat, melt the butter. Add flour and stir constantly until the mixture turns a medium brown color.
12. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
13. Season with chicken bouillon and black pepper.
14. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the gravy reaches your desired thickness.