Easy air fryer chicken legs are crispy outside and juicy inside for a family favorite meal! Get tasty, crispy drumsticks with minimal effort in 25 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Servings: 3
Ingredients
3tablespoonsall-purpose flour
1 ½teaspoonpaprika
½teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonblack pepper
1teaspoonbaking powder
1teaspoononion powder
6chicken drumsticks
1tablespoonolive oil
Instructions
You can remove the chicken skin or leave it on, whichever you prefer. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel or kitchen cloth.
6 chicken drumsticks
In a small bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, paprika, salt, ground pepper, baking powder, and onion powder.
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder
Drizzle the chicken drumsticks with the oil. Then add the flour mixture and stir until the drumsticks are well coated with the spice mixture.
1 tablespoon olive oil
Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Use parchment paper or foil in the basket to make cleanup easier.
Air fry at 360 degrees F for 10 minutes. Flip and cook for another 10 minutes or until lightly brown and charred.
Use a kitchen thermometer to check the chicken for doneness. It is done when it reaches 165 degrees F.
Notes
Use your favorite spice blend, like Montreal steak seasoning, Italian seasoning, or seasoning salt, instead of my spice suggestions.
Feel free to change the seasoning, but don't skip using baking powder, as it helps the chicken crisp up.
Don't crowd the drumsticks in the basket.
Always use a thermometer to check the chicken's internal temperature and ensure it reaches 165 degrees F.
If desired toss the chicken in your favorite sauce after it's cooked and crispy.
You can make this simple recipe in the oven as well. Bake the drumsticks at 425 F for 30-35 minutes or until lightly brown and charred.