Pollo Campero-Style Air Fryer Fried Chicken Recipe
Enjoy the flavors of Pollo Campero with this healthier twist on fried chicken made in the air fryer. Marinated in buttermilk and spices, then coated in a seasoned flour mixture, this dish is crispy, golden, and full of Latin American flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus marinating time
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes plus marinating
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Guatemalan, Latin American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or a mix)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Coating:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Add chicken, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Coating: Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and cayenne in a dish.
- Dredge the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, coat in flour mixture, then spray with olive oil.
- Cook in Air Fryer: Arrange chicken in the air fryer basket, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken for a thicker coating.
- This recipe captures the essence of Pollo Campero with a healthier spin in the air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
