Description
Juicy and crispy chicken legs made in the air fryer for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
- Add the chicken legs to the bowl and toss until they are well coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Ensure they are not overcrowded.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping the chicken legs halfway through for even cooking.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking times may vary based on the size of the chicken legs.
- For extra crispy skin, you can spray a little cooking spray on the chicken legs halfway through cooking.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 20
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