Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

27g protein · 30 min · 316 kcal

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

These Air Fryer Drumsticks are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. No breading needed! Turn to this foolproof cooking method when you need a quick dinner or protein for meal prep.

30 min4 servings316 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 1/2 pounds)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl combine the salt and spices with oil to create a paste. Coat chicken drumsticks with the paste.

  2. 2

    Preheat the air fryer to 380-degrees.

  3. 3

    Spray basket with cooking oil and place a single layer of chicken legs in the air fryer basket and cook for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. (You will need to work in batches)

  4. 4

    Increase the temperature to 400-degrees and continue to cook for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Enjoy!

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