Best 6 Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Drumettes Recipes
Indulge in the crispy crunch and flavorful goodness of Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Drumettes, a delightful appetizer or main course that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe collection showcases a variety of tantalizing flavors, from the classic Southern-style fried chicken to the spicy heat of Buffalo drumettes. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll learn how to achieve perfectly crispy drumettes with tender, juicy meat inside. Discover the secrets to creating a flavorful coating that adheres perfectly to the chicken, resulting in a golden-brown exterior that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a simple seasoning or a bold, spicy rub, this recipe collection has something for everyone. Get ready to experience the ultimate crispy chicken drumettes made in the convenience of your air fryer.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
THESE AIR-FRIED SPICY CHICKEN WING DRUMETTES ARE SUPER CRISPY
Chicken wing drumettes (the upper part of the wing) are a smart choice for air frying-their small size means you don't have to spend all day cooking endless batches. Traditional drumettes require tons of oil to guarantee maximum crispy goodness; this genius recipe gets it done with just a tablespoon of super-flavorful sesame oil. To get them extra crispy, give the drumettes a turn during cooking. Serve these Asian-inspired wings over brown rice, or double the recipe and serve as an appetizer.
Provided by Adam Hickman
Time 40m
Yield Serves 2 (serving size: 5 chicken drumettes)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place chicken in single layer in air fryer basket; coat well with cooking spray. Cook at 400°F until skin is very crispy, 30 minutes, turning drumettes over halfway through cooking.
- Meanwhile, stir together vinegar, honey, stock, soy sauce, oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic in a small skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium-high; cook until slightly thickened and almost syrupy, 6 minutes. Place drumettes in a medium bowl. Add honey mixture, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts and chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488, Fat 30 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 409 mg, Sugar 26 g, UnsaturatedFat 21 g
AIR FRYER CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Air Frying Chicken drumsticks are the best way to make them. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these flavorful chicken drumsticks make the perfect meat dish to go with your favorite sides!
Provided by Simply Air Fryer
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- If the chicken drumsticks are wet, place the legs on a plate and pat them dry with a paper towel. If they don't have too much excess moisture, there is no need to dry them first.
- Place the drumsticks in a medium-sized mixing bowl and add in the oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (optional). Toss until the chicken drumsticks are evenly coated in the oil and spices.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Once heated to temperature, place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer tray. They should be in a single layer on the tray to make sure that they cook evenly and air fry to a nice crisp. If your air fryer is too small to accommodate this amount of drumsticks, cook them in two batches.
- Cook the chicken for a total of 20-22 minutes. Flip the drumsticks over after about 10 minutes. Since every air fryer is different (and the drumsticks might be slightly different sizes), your total cooking time may vary.
- Once the chicken drumsticks are cooked through and crispy on the outside, remove them from the tray. Serve them with a side like rice, fried potatoes, or French fries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 231 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 531 grams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams unsaturated fat
CRISPY AIR FRYER CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Crispy air fryer chicken drumsticks that are tender, juicy on the inside and seasoned to perfection. These Chicken legs have no breading and yet have nice and crispy skin. Thanks to the addition of baking powder to the spice blend. This recipe is ready in 30 mins! Just in time for dinner.
Provided by Air Fryer Yum
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and drain chicken. Then dry thoroughly with paper towel.
- Mix spices and baking powder together. Add oil to chicken then add the spices-baking powder blend
- Massage into the chicken till all drumsticks are well coated
- Let it marinade for about 20 mins.
- Arrange in your air fryer, set temperature to 400 °F / 204°C and cook for 25-30 mins or until internal temperature reads 165°F / 74°C. Remember to flip chicken legs half way through cooking time.
- Serve
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 Pieces, Calories 194 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Protein 25.6 g, Fat 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 87 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 0.4 g
EXTRA CRISPY AIR FRYER CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Extra crispy air fried chicken drumsticks! Ultra crispy skin, juicy chicken. No breading needed!
Provided by Kristine Fretwell
Categories Main
Time 55m
Yield 11 drumsticks
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pat drumsticks with paper towel to remove some of the moisture.
- Lay out the drumsticks to season them. I use a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- sprinkle the seasonings all over the chicken, flipping and doing both sides.
- Rub the seasonings and baking powder very well into the chicken.
- Let the seasoning sit on the chicken for 10-20 minutes. This is so the baking powder can absorb some of the moisture on the chicken and will help get the outside super crispy.
- Pre-heat your air fryer. Best temp is 380-400 degrees.
- Once chicken is ready to go in, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or lightly brush with oil.
- Arrange on a single layer as best you can. A slight overlap is ok. Lightly mist the chicken with cooking spray.
- Cook the chicken for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- When finished, the skin of the chicken should be very crispy.
- Serve when hot out of the air fryer.
Nutrition Facts : Nutrition Serving size 1 drumstick Calories
CRISPY AIR-FRIED CHICKEN
This is super and makes a juicy and delicious chicken. The basting mixture is a win and adds an excellent flavor to the crispy skin. You can modify this for a whole bird, you will need to add more cooking time and you are going to want to truss your chicken to make sure the legs and wings are tucked in. (Google it, it's way easier than you think.)
Provided by FrackFamily5 CA->CT
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, marjoram, sage, pepper, and nutmeg together in a small bowl. Spread spice rub on all sides of chicken breasts and under the skin.
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Mix coconut oil, sherry, and lime juice together in a small bowl; set aside.
- Place chicken, breast-side down, in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes. Brush chicken with reserved basting oil. Flip chicken, reduce heat to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C), and cook for another 15 minutes. Baste chicken again with remaining oil and cook until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 6 to 12 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 127.5 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 735.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
CRISPY AIR FRYER CHICKEN
The answer to doing fried chicken: a healthier air fryer version.
Provided by LeAnn Haas Gabriel
Categories Fried Chicken
Time 1h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim chicken of excess fat and place in a large bowl. Combine buttermilk, hot sauce, and 2 teaspoons salt in a bowl and pour over chicken. Make sure all chicken pieces are coated, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine flour, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, pepper, and cayenne in a shallow bowl or pie dish. Working with one piece at a time, remove chicken pieces from buttermilk and shake off excess. Place in flour mixture and turn to coat. Place coated chicken in the basket of the air fryer, working in batches as necessary to not overcrowd the basket.
- Cook in the hot air fryer until chicken is golden, no longer pink in the center, and the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Repeat with remaining chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.2 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 41.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 2402.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
Tips:
- For a crispy crust, pat the chicken drumettes dry with paper towels before cooking.
- To get evenly cooked drumettes, make sure they are all about the same size.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the drumettes in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 25 minutes, or until they are crispy and cooked through.
- Serve the drumettes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard.
- For extra crispy drumettes, cook them for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- If you like your drumettes extra spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the coating mixture.
- For a healthier version of this recipe, use chicken thighs instead of drumettes.
Conclusion:
Air fryer crispy chicken drumettes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have crispy, juicy chicken drumettes that everyone will love.
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