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If you’re looking to infuse your cooking with Southern charm without all the guilt, then you've landed on the right page! I’ve taken the beloved dishes of Paula Deen and revamped them for your air fryer. This article contains a variety of delicious air fryer recipes inspired by her signature Southern flavors. Get ready to enjoy crispy fried chicken and decadent biscuits made healthier and easier with the air fryer! You’ll definitely want to dive right in!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Here are the main ingredients you will need for some of the popular Paula Deen air fryer recipes. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything on hand; I’ve included some substitution options as well!
  • Chicken bone-in or boneless, You can substitute with turkey or tofu for a vegetarian option
  • Buttermilk You can make your own by mixing milk with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice
  • Cornmeal and flour Use almond flour for a gluten-free option
  • Seasoning salt, pepper, garlic powder – Substitute with your favorite spice blend
  • Cooking spray Olive oil works fine if you don’t have cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Here’s how to make some of the best air fryer recipes inspired by Paula Deen!
  2. Fried Chicken
  3. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
  4. In a bowl, mix equal parts cornmeal and flour. Add your seasonings and mix well.
  5. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge the pieces in the flour mixture until well-coated.
  6. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. Place the chicken in a single layer in the basket, spray with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Southern Biscuits
  9. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and cold butter, cutting it in with a pastry cutter.
  10. Stir in milk until a dough forms. Don't overmix!
  11. Turn out on a floured surface, and gently knead. Roll out to about 1-inch thick and cut into rounds.
  12. Preheat air fryer to 350°F, and place biscuits in for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15g

Notes

  • For an extra crispy finish, brush biscuits with melted butter before air frying.
  • Let the fried chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to retain its juices.

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