Description
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Legs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of summer right to your kitchen, all in under 25 minutes. These drumsticks boast a crispy exterior while remaining juicy and tender inside, thanks to the air frying technique. Coated with a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze, they are perfect for any occasion—be it a casual family dinner or gathering with friends. Not only do they deliver unbeatable taste, but they also provide a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, making them a go-to choice for quick meals. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup prepared BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your Air Fryer to 400°F if required.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken legs and coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the chicken legs in the Air Fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip the drumsticks, then cook for another 10 minutes.
- Baste with BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 3 minutes until fully cooked.
- Allow resting for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (about 85g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 651mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 82mg