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Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks (or legs)

I've made these air fryer chicken drumsticks several times in both my air fryer baskets and air fryer ovens, and they always turn out perfectly! It's one of my family's favorite dishes.
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Course: dinner, Main Course, main dish, Party Food
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 173kcal
Author: Imsen

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano or of thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon  cayenne pepper optional

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Brush with Olive Oil – Gently brush the chicken drumsticks in olive oil to help the seasoning and coating stick as well as encourage crisp goodness.
  • Season the Chicken – In a bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper, dried oregano (or thyme) and cayenne pepper (if used) then massage the seasoning evenly on the drumsticks.
  • Coat with Flour & Baking Powder – Mix together flour and baking powder in a secondary bowl to lightly dredge each drumstick for a crispy exterior.
  • Prepare for Air Fryer Cooking Instructions Preheat the Air Fryer – Heat up your air fryer to the recommended temperature (approximately 400°F/200°C) for a few minutes to get even cooking results.
  • Arrange & Cook – Add the drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, don’t crowd them. Cook about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve & enjoy – Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with your favorite sides or dipping sauces!

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NUTRITION

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 344mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 199IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer, Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks, chicken drumsticks
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