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Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe

Easy air fryer chicken legs are crispy outside and juicy inside for a family favorite meal! Get tasty, crispy drumsticks with minimal effort in 25 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 317 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 6 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

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  1. You can remove the chicken skin or leave it on, whichever you prefer. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel or kitchen cloth.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, paprika, salt, ground pepper, baking powder, and onion powder.
  3. Drizzle the chicken drumsticks with the oil. Then add the flour mixture and stir until the drumsticks are well coated with the spice mixture.
  4. Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Use parchment paper or foil in the basket to make cleanup easier.
  5. Air fry at 360 degrees F for 10 minutes. Flip and cook for another 10 minutes or until lightly brown and charred.
  6. Use a kitchen thermometer to check the chicken for doneness. It is done when it reaches 165 degrees F.

Notes

  • Use your favorite spice blend, like Montreal steak seasoning, Italian seasoning, or seasoning salt, instead of my spice suggestions.
  • Feel free to change the seasoning, but don't skip using baking powder, as it helps the chicken crisp up.
  • Don't crowd the drumsticks in the basket.
  • Always use a thermometer to check the chicken's internal temperature and ensure it reaches 165 degrees F.
  • If desired toss the chicken in your favorite sauce after it's cooked and crispy.
  • You can make this simple recipe in the oven as well. Bake the drumsticks at 425 F for 30-35 minutes or until lightly brown and charred.
  • Use your favorite spice blend, like Montreal steak seasoning, Italian seasoning, or seasoning salt, instead of my spice suggestions.
  • Feel free to change the seasoning, but don't skip using baking powder, as it helps the chicken crisp up.
  • Don't crowd the drumsticks in the basket.
  • Always use a thermometer to check the chicken's internal temperature and ensure it reaches 165 degrees F.
  • If desired toss the chicken in your favorite sauce after it's cooked and crispy.
  • You can make this simple recipe in the oven as well. Bake the drumsticks at 425 F for 30-35 minutes or until lightly brown and charred.

Nutrition Information

Calories 317kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 139mg (46%) Sodium 548mg (23%) Potassium 514mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 564IU (11%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 317

% Daily Value*

Calories 317kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 139mg 46%
Sodium 548mg 23%
Potassium 514mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 564IU 11%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 81mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

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