Air Fryer Chicken Legs

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    5 servings

  • Calories

    255 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Crispy chicken legs made easy in the air fryer. Made with our signature spice blend, plus additional flavor variations to switch things up!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 10 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Heat air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for at least 5 minutes.
  2. Drizzle 1/4 cup olive oil over the 10 chicken drumsticks and rub to coat.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Mix until evenly blended.
  4. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the drumsticks. Rub to coat thoroughly, including under the skin if desired.
  5. Place drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Remove from air fryer once the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured with a meat thermometer.
  8. Let rest 1–2 minutes before serving. Serve hot.

Notes

  • 1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon garam masala1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Note: There is no need to spritz chicken legs with oil if you are using a flavor variation with citrus juices.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 2Drumsticks Calories 255kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 139mg (46%) Sodium 624mg (26%) Potassium 383mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 474IU (9%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 2Drumsticks
Calories 255kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 139mg 46%
Sodium 624mg 26%
Potassium 383mg 8%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 474IU 9%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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