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air fryer chicken legs recipes

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A simple and delicious recipe for air fryer chicken legs.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken legs in the spice mixture.
  4. Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of chicken legs.
  • For extra crispiness, increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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