Description
Crispy and juicy chicken legs cooked in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to deep frying.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil evenly over chicken legs.
- Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
- Coat chicken legs with the spice mixture.
- Place chicken legs in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Adjust cooking time for larger or smaller chicken legs.
- For extra crispiness, cook an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American