Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are a mouthwatering option that brings flavor and convenience to your dining table. These succulent chicken legs boast a crispy exterior and tender, juicy meat, making them an instant favorite for family dinners, gatherings, or casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4-6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 chicken legs
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken legs and sprinkle the seasoning mix on top; toss until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip the drumsticks and cook for an additional 7-8 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg