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Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Discover how to make succulent Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks with a crispy golden skin and juicy meat, perfect for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinate Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Drumsticks
  • 8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks the star of the show, juicy and perfect for air frying
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil helps achieve that golden, crispy skin while adding flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder elevates your chicken with savory aroma and taste
  • 1 tsp Paprika adds a touch of sweetness and vibrant color to your dish
  • 1 tsp Salt enhances the overall flavor and brings out the tastiness of the chicken
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper gives a gentle kick that complements the garlic and paprika
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup BBQ Sauce brush it on for that lip-smacking, caramelized finish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
  1. Rinse your chicken drumsticks under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth, then coat the chicken drumsticks evenly.
  3. Set your air fryer to preheat at 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place the seasoned drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. In the last few minutes, brush the drumsticks with BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove drumsticks from the air fryer and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.

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