Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Legs are a perfect combination of crispy, juicy drumsticks coated in a rich and smoky barbecue sauce. These flavorful chicken legs are a crowd-pleaser and ideal for any casual meal or BBQ-inspired gathering.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- For garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken legs:
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Add BBQ sauce:
- After 20 minutes, brush the drumsticks with barbecue sauce on all sides.
- Increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for an additional 5 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
- Serve:
- Garnish the chicken legs with freshly chopped parsley and serve with coleslaw, potato salad, or extra BBQ sauce for dipping.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
Notes
- For spicier chicken legs, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- If you prefer a sticky glaze, brush the chicken legs with extra BBQ sauce after cooking.
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