Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are crispy on the outside and juicy inside.Ready in just 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.Perfect for an easy family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- Coat the drumsticks with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine baking powder, black pepper, garlic powder, kosher salt, and paprika.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Brush the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the seasoned drumsticks.
- Arrange the Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip the drumsticks and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Serve with roasted vegetables, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Add your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
- Chicken thighs or wings can be substituted using similar seasoning blends with adjusted cooking times.