Making this chicken is so simple. Just follow these easy steps!

Step 1: Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, mix together 1 cup of the buttermilk, ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and make sure they are all covered. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes on the counter, or you can cover it and put it in the fridge for a few hours.

Step 2: Make the crunchy coating: While the chicken is marinating, get a shallow dish or a plate. Mix the flour, crushed Corn Flakes, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and the rest of the buttermilk (1 cup), smoked paprika (½ tsp), salt (½ tsp), and black pepper (¼ tsp). Stir it all together. The mix will be a little lumpy and shaggy, which is what makes it extra crispy!

Step 3: Coat the chicken: Take one piece of chicken at a time out of the buttermilk marinade, letting any extra drip off. Press the chicken firmly into the Corn Flake mixture on all sides. This helps the coating stick. Place the coated chicken on a clean plate.

Step 4: Air fry the chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the air fryer basket with a little cooking spray. Place the chicken in the basket in a single layer. Make sure not to crowd them! You might need to cook in two batches. Spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. Cook for 15 minutes.

Step 5: Flip and finish cooking: After 15 minutes, carefully flip the chicken pieces over. Spray the other side with cooking spray. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve it right away!