Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Crispy and juicy air fryer chicken legs make for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner or relaxed weekend meal, combining convenience and flavor with less oil.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Legs
- 4 pieces chicken legs (thigh and drumstick)
For the Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by patting the chicken legs dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up in the air fryer.
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken legs to the bowl and toss them to coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned chicken legs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
- Cook the chicken legs for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
Serve with your choice of dipping sauces like barbecue or ranch dressing, and sides such as coleslaw or roasted vegetables. For added flavor, marinate the chicken legs before cooking.