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easy air fryer chicken legs recipes

easy air fryer chicken legs recipes for a Juicy Delight

This recipe offers a simple way to prepare chicken legs in an air fryer, resulting in crispy skin and juicy meat.

  • 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 the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the spice mixture over each chicken leg.
  5. Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through.
  7. Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste.
  • Cooking time may vary based on the size of the chicken legs.
  • For extra crispiness, increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
  • 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: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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