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air fryer fried chicken legs recipes

Air Fryer Fried Chicken Legs Recipes to Tantalize Your Tastebuds

A simple recipe for crispy and flavorful air fryer fried chicken legs.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken legs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken legs evenly with 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, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spices to your taste.
  • For extra crispiness, increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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