Description
These air fryer chicken drumsticks are perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re a quick and delicious meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to coat the drumsticks evenly.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the seasoned chicken drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are not touching for even cooking.
- Air fry the drumsticks at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time, until they are crispy and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the drumsticks from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels before seasoning.
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 90
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