air fryer chicken legs bone in
Large bone-in chicken drumsticks tossed in savory spices and cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
6 large bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks (4-6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons neutral-tasting oil (avocado, olive, etc.)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
1.Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
2.Pat drumsticks completely dry with paper towels.
3.Whisk neutral oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder in a small bowl.
4.Drizzle oil mixture over drumsticks and rub into the skin covering all sides.
5.Place drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single flat layer without overlapping.
6.Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip each drumstick over.
7.Air fry for another 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches at least 170°F.
8.Transfer to a wire cooling rack to rest before serving.
Notes
Patting drumsticks dry guarantees crispy skin.
Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if needed.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 170°F near the bone.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.