Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Legs
Tender bone-in chicken legs tossed in a savory spice blend and cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4–6 chicken legs, skin-on and bone-in
1–2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground if possible
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
1.Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels and let air-dry for 10 minutes.
2.Combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
3.Toss chicken legs in the oil and spice mixture until evenly coated.
4.Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 to 5 minutes.
5.Place chicken legs skin-side down in the basket without overcrowding.
6.Air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through at 10 minutes.
7.Check that internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
8.Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Patting chicken dry ensures maximum crispiness.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
Use a meat thermometer to verify internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.