Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks with no breading are as crispy and juicy as any deep fried version you'd want to sink your teeth into but without all the grease!
Servings: 4
Calories: 278kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks 8 pieces
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp paprika regular or smoked
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380 degrees F for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, add chicken drumsticks, oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Using your hands or tongs, mix well to coat evenly.
- Place chicken drumsticks in an air fryer basket and cook at 380 degrees F for 10 minutes. After, turn on another side and cook for another 7 minutes or until juices run clear and instant read thermometer registers 165 degrees F.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat: Pop chicken drumsticks in the air fryer at 400 degrees F for several minutes (4-6) until warm and crispy.
- What size is your air fryer? I am using large 5.8 quart Cosori air fryer. It fits about 2 lbs of chicken drumsticks. About 8 pieces.
- Frozen chicken drumsticks: Thaw them for about an hour first to be able to separate them. Cook for 30 minutes at 380 degrees F and a bit longer if necessary.
- To rinse or not to rinse? If you decide to, make sure to pat dry after with paper towels.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 450mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g