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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters Recipe

This easy air fryer chicken leg quarters recipe creates perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat in just 32 minutes. A healthier, faster alternative to oven-roasted chicken with maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium chicken leg quarters ~2.5 lb, skin on
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 5 minutes.
  2. Pat chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels.
  3. Brush all sides with olive oil.
  4. Mix Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Season chicken evenly and rub into skin.
  6. Place 2 leg quarters in air fryer basket, skin side down.
  7. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip skin side up.
  8. Cook another 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 170°F (74°C).
  9. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Repeat with remaining quarters.

Notes

Always dry chicken thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding and check temperature with a meat thermometer.