Air Fryer Drumsticks - Air Fryer Recipes (2024)

Here’s an easy, crunchy, and juicy air fryer chicken drumsticks recipe you can make for your entire family. Most of us have been cooking chicken in the traditional (deep-fried) way and they are tasty too. But these air fryer chicken recipe is healthy as you can cook them in very little oil. These days Korean fried chicken air fryer drumsticks are trending and you can make them easily at home and enjoy them.

Air fried drumsticks are so juicy and have a crispy texture with the skin that is simply out-of-the-world addicting. But you can also make your air fryer drumsticks without skin it’s completely up to you. These are the best damn air fryer drumsticks you’ll have. Air fryers take your dishes to another level and they are healthy too.

The air fryer is the best thing you can have in your kitchen. They’re so easy to use and the food is delicious and healthy than traditional cooking(deep-fried).

Today I’ve come up with the extra crispy air fryer drumsticks, some tips and tricks to make them perfect, serving ideas, and many more. If you are interested to make this drool-worthy recipe then keep on reading. If you are searching for an easy chicken recipe, be sure to check the air fryer sesame chicken and frozen chicken breast in air fryer.

How to make an extra crispy air fryer drumsticks recipe?

Easy, crispy, and perfect air fryer drumsticks seasonings, cooked at the right temperature and timing are the best.
Air fryer drumsticks recipes require the ingredients that are already in your pantry or simply take air fryer drumsticks dry rub. That is what I love about this recipe, you don’t need to put in extra effort to assemble the ingredients.

You can serve the extra crispy air fryer drumsticks for your dinner that gets ready within 20 minutes.

And this air fryer chicken drumsticks recipe is low carb and keto-friendly because we’re making air fryer drumsticks no breading. Isn’t that great?

Ingrediens for air fryer drumsticks:

• 3-4 chicken drumsticks
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions for air fryer drumsticks:

1. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3-5 minutes. Preheating the air fryer is necessary because the air fryer is hot and ready to cook without any delay.
2. If you don’t preheat the air fryer before cooking the food has to say ideal inside till the air fryer heats. This process is optional.
3. Meanwhile, the air fryer is heating, take a bowl to combine oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Mix them well and set them aside.

4. In a shallow bowl or a zip lock bag place the drumsticks and season drumsticks well. Or you can dust with the dry rub. Toss and coat evenly. (Using a zip lock bag comes in handy)
5. Let them marinate for 30 minutes to an hour or so.

6. Place the seasoned drumsticks in the air fryer in a single layer and brush a light layer of oil and cook at 200C/400F for 10 minutes on each side. Flip the air fryer drumsticks halfway through.

7. Check the internal temperature of the air fryer chicken drumstick it should be 165F/75C. Cook for 5 more minutes if they are not 165F/75C internally.

8. Remove the air fryer chicken drumsticks, serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.

You can find the air fryer drumsticks recipe in the printable card below.

Tips and tricks to make the perfect air fryer chicken drumstick

• For the extra crispy air fryer drumstick (skin) pat the chicken drumstick dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. This removes the extra moisture from the chicken and the coating of spices will be good and makes the drumstick crispy.
• Preheat the air fryer before placing the chicken leg. The air fryer should be hot enough to make sure that the drumsticks cook evenly.
• Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket with the chicken legs. Place them in a single layer so the hot air can circulate fully inside the air fryer and cook your air fryer drumsticks evenly and crispy.
• Flip the air fryer drumsticks halfway through the cooking process to cook evenly on both sides.
• Before removing the air fryer chicken drumsticks insert the meat thermometer on the thickest part of the chicken leg. If the internal temperature is 165F they’re ready to serve if not cook for 5 more minutes.

Storage

You can store the leftover air fryer drumsticks in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can reheat and enjoy the chicken the next day.

What to serve with air fried chicken drumsticks?

You can simply serve your air-fried chicken drumsticks with your favorite dipping sauce. But if you are having it for your dinner then you can do this with some side dishes. You can go through the list below and pick one for yourself.

• A simple salad or Vegetable salad
• Air fryer Potato Wedges
• Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
• Air Fryer Carrots

Dipping Sauce

• Honey Mustard
• Mayonnaise
• Creamy Sweet Chili Mayo
• Sour Cream
• BBQ Sauce
• Ketchup

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Is air fried chicken healthy?

Yes, air frying is healthier than deep-frying in oil as it reduces some of the harmful effects that are caused due to deep-frying. Air frying cuts calories by 60%-70% and is a healthy method of cooking.

Do I need to marinate the air fryer chicken legs?

Air fryer drumsticks marinate gives you a better result. However, the chicken legs taste great without marination too.

If you have enough time you can marinate your air fryer chicken legs for an hour before you cook. You can even marinate a day before and cook for the best result.

How to know if the chicken is cooked?

The air fryer drumsticks are done when they hit an internal temperature of 165F in the thickest part of the chicken. Use a meat thermometer to measure the temperature.

You can also check the air fryer chicken drumsticks by cutting them. If they are pink in the middle, they’re not properly cooked. Put them back in the air fryer and cook for 5 more minutes.

Can I make air fryer drumsticks frozen?

Yes, you can make air fryer drumsticks recipe from frozen or fresh chicken. Ensure you thaw the frozen chicken before dropping it in the air fryer.

If you thaw the chicken legs before cooking this allows for cooking evenly.

How long do drumsticks take in the air fryer?

The air fryer drumsticks cooking time is 20 minutes at 400F. Cook them for 10 minutes on each side for normal-sized drumsticks.
The cooking time varies according to the size and thickness of the chicken drumsticks. You can adjust your time according to it.

What temperature do you air fryer chicken legs?

The air fryer drumsticks temperature is 400F for 10 minutes on each side with preheating. The internal temperature should be 165F for properly cooked air fryer chicken legs.

Do you have to flip air fryer drumsticks?

Yes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking process is important. This allows the chicken to cook perfectly from both sides.

How do I reheat air fryer drumsticks?

Place the leftover drumsticks in the air fryer basket and cook reheat them at 400F for 5 minutes or until they’re warm. The chicken will test the same but the skin will not crisp as before.

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Course: Main course
Cuisine: American

Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes

If you like air fryer drumsticks recipes, look what else you can air fry:

• Air fryer chicken lollipops
• Air fryer chicken 65

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