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Chicken drumsticks on a white platter garnished with chopped parsley.

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 190kcal
Author: Deanna
Chicken drumsticks are lightly seasoned and cooked until crispy and delicious.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 Tbsps olive oil
  • 1 ½ tsps smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or half teaspoon table salt

Instructions

  • Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl. Add the olive oil and toss to coat.
  • Add the seasonings to the bowl and toss until the chicken is well coated.
  • Place the drumstick in the air fryer basket in a single layer (a little bit of overlap is ok)
  • Place the basket into the air fryer and set to 380°F.
  • Cook for 22-25 minutes, turning half way through, until chicken is golden brown, lightly crisp and the meat is no longer pink. If using a meat thermometer you will be looking for 165°F.

Notes

I've used skin-on chicken drumsticks, but this recipe will work just as well with skinless.
If you prefer, you can use chicken thighs or 6 chicken leg quarters. Cook time will remain the same.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 284mg