Air Fryer Chicken Legs

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To make these air fryer chicken legs—crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside—all you need is 5 ingredients and an air fryer. These chicken drumsticks are quick, easy, and seasoned just right.

air fried chicken legs with French fries on white plate and corn salad on the side
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Rest Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 4 skin-on chicken drumsticks

Directions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer’s instructions. Combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  2. Place drumsticks on a clean work surface. Sprinkle spice mix evenly over all sides of the drumsticks.

  3. Place drumsticks in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Using tongs, flip chicken over and cook for 10 minutes more. Rest for 5 minutes before serving. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212 Calories
10g Fat
1g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 144mg 48%
Sodium 376mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 27g 55%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 16mg 1%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 315mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.