Air Fryer Chicken Legs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 legs
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Calories
242 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Description
Chicken legs are patted dry and coated with olive oil and a blend of chicken seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The air fryer is preheated to 370°F, and the legs are arranged skin side down in a single layer to promote even circulation of hot air. After an initial 20-minute cook, the legs are flipped and cooked an additional 5-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring safety and tenderness.
This method crisps the skin while preserving moisture within the meat. The seasoning can be premade or adjusted according to taste, with common ingredients like paprika, garlic powder, thyme, and kosher salt suggested. Avoid overcrowding the basket to prevent uneven cooking or damp skin. The result is a simple, hands-off chicken dish with balanced seasoning and texture.
Because premade seasonings vary in salt and flavor, adjust quantities to preference. Using the homemade seasoning mix described provides control over the flavor profile. This recipe is an effective way to produce juicy chicken legs with crispy skin using an air fryer.
Ingredients
- 3-4 chicken legs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning see note
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 370°F.
- Pat chicken dry with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over chicken legs and generously season with chicken seasoning, garlic powder, and salt & pepper to taste.
- Place the chicken legs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin side down, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Flip the legs over and cook an additional 5-10 minutes or until the legs reach 165°F.
Notes
- Ensure chicken legs are spaced so air flows freely; avoid overlapping in the air fryer basket.
- Adjust seasoning salt levels based on preference and the seasoning product used.
- A homemade chicken seasoning blend with paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and thyme can be used for consistent flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4legs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 82mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 207mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 115IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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