Buttermilk Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe
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Buttermilk Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by soaking chicken drumsticks in buttermilk for at least two hours or overnight, which tenderizes the meat and adds moisture. A breading mixture is prepared using panko breadcrumbs, flour, baking powder, and a blend of seasonings including salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried oregano. After the chicken is removed from the buttermilk, it’s evenly coated in the panko mixture.
The pieces are arranged in an air fryer basket in a single layer and cooked at 390°F. The process includes an initial 15-minute air fry, followed by brushing the chicken with melted butter and turning it to cook for another 10 to 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring safe doneness. The result is a crispy, golden crust with moist, flavorful chicken inside.
This air fryer method achieves a crunchy texture similar to traditional frying but uses less oil, making it convenient for crispy chicken. The coating’s seasoning blend complements the buttermilk marinade for well-rounded flavor. This dish is suitable for a main course and pairs well with various sides.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken drumstick
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 butter melted, stick
Instructions
- In a large freezer bag, place chicken legs and buttermilk. Allow chicken to soak in buttermilk for at least 2 hours to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat air fryer to 390 degrees. Spray air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix together panko, flour, baking powder, and dry seasonings in a shallow dish.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and roll in panko mixture.
- Evenly space chicken in air fryer basket. (Two or more batches will be required.)
- Cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes. Remove from air fryer and brush with melted butter. Turn the chicken legs over. Return to air fryer.
- Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes (depending on the thickness of the chicken legs.) Check chicken for doneness with an instant thermometer (165 degrees without touching the bone.)
- Keep chicken warm until all chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 458 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 458kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 146mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 625mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 292IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 142mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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