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Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Air Fryer Chicken Legs deliver crisp, golden skin with juicy meat inside, seasoned with a simple blend of garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. They cook quickly and evenly, making them ideal for a weeknight dinner or game-day platter. Expect savory, well-seasoned flavor and a satisfying crunch in every bite.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Air Fryer Chicken Legs
  1. 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) following the manufacturer’s instructions.

  2. 2

    Mix the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Set the drumsticks on a clean work surface.

  4. 4

    Evenly sprinkle the spice mix over all sides of the drumsticks.

  5. 5

    Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Using tongs, flip the chicken and cook for 10 minutes more.

  7. 7

    Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  8. 8

    Check with an instant-read thermometer near the bone; it should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).