Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Get crispy, juicy chicken legs every time with this simple air fryer recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these flavorful drumsticks are seasoned to perfection and cook in under 30 minutes, offering a healthier alternative to deep-frying.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Drumsticks skin-on, bone-in
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
- 0.75 tsp Salt or to taste
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the chicken legs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin.
- In a medium bowl, drizzle the chicken legs with olive oil. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly over all sides of the chicken.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned chicken legs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook for 18-22 minutes, flipping the chicken legs halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) with a meat thermometer and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, you can increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.