Crispy “fried chicken” without the guilt of all that oil, buttermilk, flour and breading? Yes, Please! This recipe is my beyond busy weeknight go-to when I don’t want to deal with takeout. Time saving tip- I have a pre-made container of the rub on hand so I all I have to do is throw in chicken and olive oil.
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Drumsticks
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds all natural chicken drumsticks about 8
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the herbs and spices
- place drumsticks in a large bowl or plastic bag and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 12 hours before preparing.
- Sprinkle herb mixture over drumsticks. Toss to coat.
- Preheat air fryer to 400.
- Place drumsticks in air fryer basket/shelf and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip drumsticks and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Check temperature. If not at least 165° internally, continue to cook in 5 minute increments.
- Plate and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.