Description
These easy air fryer chicken drumsticks are juicy on the inside with perfectly crispy skin, ready in just 30 minutes. A foolproof recipe that transforms simple ingredients into restaurant-quality chicken at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Add chicken drumsticks and coat evenly with seasoning blend, massaging into the skin.
- Arrange drumsticks in air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Cook for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
- Flip drumsticks and cook another 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165-175°F.
- Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before seasoning for crispier skin. Always flip halfway through cooking for even browning. Use a thermometer to ensure doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: air fryer chicken, chicken drumsticks, crispy chicken, quick dinner