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Moist & Marvelous Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
These air fryer chicken drumsticks are seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin powder, and dried herbs. Cooked in the air fryer, they come out crispy and golden brown while maintaining a moist and juicy texture. The best part? These drumsticks come together in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 10 chicken drumsticks, skin removed
- 1 tsp salt, sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper, coarse
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin, Benefits of olive oil
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
Instructions
- Score the surface of the drumsticks. I do 2 scores on the fleshy side and one on the bone side
- Combine the spices and olive oil in a small bowl
- Add the spice-oil mix to the chicken. Using your hands, rub each chicken leg with the mixture. Be sure to coat each drumstick evenly
- Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer baskets. It's best to arrange them in a single layer, side by side, alternating the bone and fleshy sides
- Cook the drumsticks on 400F for 25 minutes, flipping them over at the halfway point
- Check that they have finished cooking, then remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Try and opt for similar-sized drumsticks. and be sure to score the surface of the chicken before marinating. This will help the spices penetrate better and ensure the chicken cooks evenly.
- Cook the chicken at a high temperature to get that nice crispy outer flesh. I find 400F to be the perfect temperature. You want to flip the chicken over at the halfway point to ensure even cooking.
- In my opinion, it's important to let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in all the juices.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 50kcal (3%)Carbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6g (12%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 0.5g (3%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 27mg (9%)Sodium: 267mg (11%)Potassium: 86mg (2%)Fiber: 0.2g (1%)Sugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 110IU (2%)Vitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 8mg (1%)Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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