Description
Crispy air fryer drumsticks made in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 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 cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the drumsticks to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- If desired, cook for an additional 5 minutes for extra crispiness.
Notes
- For flavor variations, try adding herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice.
- Let the drumsticks rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: crispy air fryer drumsticks, chicken drumsticks recipe, quick chicken dinner