Description
Crispy and juicy chicken legs made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs (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 dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme.
- Add the chicken legs to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook the chicken legs in the air fryer for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 110
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