Description
Crispy and juicy chicken legs cooked to perfection in the air fryer, seasoned with your favorite spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Mix well.
- Add the chicken legs to the bowl and 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, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
- Remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can spray the chicken legs lightly with cooking spray before cooking.
- Cooking times may vary based on the size of the chicken legs and the model of your air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 250
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 17
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Protein: 22
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