Description
Learn the secrets to achieving perfectly cooked chicken legs using an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs (thigh and drumstick attached)
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme.
- Coat the chicken legs in the seasoning mixture evenly.
- Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
- Check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can marinate the chicken in the seasoning for a few hours for enhanced flavor.
- For a crispy skin, refrain from overcrowding the air fryer.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: air fryer chicken legs perfection secrets