When it comes to outdoor picnics andchurch potlucks(a.k.a.
Cold chicken, just like cold pizza, can really hit the spot.
Sometimes, though, you just want another bite of hot, crispy, and juicy fried chicken.
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Preheat your oven to 400F.
Next, set a wire rack inside a baking sheet and arrange the chicken on the rack.
This will allow hot air to circulate on all sides of the chicken, even underneath.
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If you don’t have a wire rack, just use a foil-lined baking sheet.
Don’t cover the chicken with foil, as that will trap moisture and make the breading soggy.
The ideal cook time will vary depending on the size of your chicken.
When the chicken has reached your desired level of crispness, remove it from the oven.
Then arrange the chicken in a single layer on the bed of the air fryer.
Reheating in themicrowave can be trickysince it reheats unevenly and can often leave fried foods soggy.
At best, the texture will not be the same.
Microwave the fried chicken in 30-second intervals until warm, flipping it intermittently.
Be careful not to overdo it or the chicken will dry out.
Heat the oil to 300F.
Place chicken pieces on a plate covered with a paper towel to drain.
