A friend who worked at a popular fried chicken chain once shared a simple trick that changed the way I cook chicken at home. It is not a secret recipe or a complicated technique. It is a small adjustment to how you prepare the chicken before it goes into the air fryer. Now, it has become a weekly tradition.
The Trick: A Light Brine and a Dry Rack
The secret to juicy, flavorful chicken with a perfectly crispy exterior is a combination of two simple steps.
The Light Brine
Before cooking, soak your chicken pieces in a bowl of warm water with a generous tablespoon of salt for 15 to 20 minutes. This helps the chicken stay moist and tender during cooking. After brining, rinse the chicken briefly and pat it completely dry with paper towels.
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