Best 4 Air Fryer Drumstick Recipes
Indulge in the crispy delight of air fryer drumsticks, a culinary masterpiece that combines convenience, flavor, and health-consciousness. This versatile dish offers a delectable treat for any occasion, whether it's a casual weeknight dinner, a lively party appetizer, or a satisfying game-day snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create succulent and tender drumsticks that are perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. This recipe collection provides a diverse range of flavors to tantalize your taste buds, from classic Southern-fried to zesty peri-peri to finger-licking honey garlic. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
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
CORNFLAKE-CRUSTED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS IN THE AIR FRYER
Chicken drumsticks are breaded with a cornflake crust and cooked in the air fryer for a quick and easy mid-week dinner.
Provided by Bren
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Leg Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix together egg and water in a shallow bowl. Combine cornflake crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, Cajun seasoning, chili powder, and paprika in a second shallow bowl.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Season drumsticks on both sides lightly with salt. Dip each drumstick into the egg mixture, followed by the cornflake mixture, rolling drumsticks and pressing down to ensure all surfaces are coated.
- Spray the top of the chicken with cooking spray and place, sprayed side down, into the air fryer basket. Spray to top of the drumsticks - you may need to put the drumsticks on their side depending on how large they are.
- Air-fry for 10 minutes and carefully turn them over. Lower the temperature to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken is at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Check doneness after 5 minutes as drumstick size will determine time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 280.2 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 64.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1125.6 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
AIR FRYER CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are a deliciously easy meal, ready in less than 20 minutes. This simple recipe makes crispy, juicy chicken drumsticks, everyone will love.
Provided by Becky
Categories Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with a paper towel. Brush drumsticks with oil and then place into a Ziploc bag.
- In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking powder paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Once combined, pour into the bag with chicken and toss again until the drumsticks are covered with the spice mixture.
- Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray, or brush a light coating of olive oil over basket to prevent drumsticks from sticking.
- Place the drumsticks in air fryer basket without overlapping or stacking. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. Flip chicken drumsticks halfway through the cooking time.
- Once chicken has reached 165° degrees internal temperature, and has your desired crispness, remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 643 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
AIR-FRYER CRISPY CURRY DRUMSTICKS
These air-fryer chicken drumsticks are flavorful, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Sometimes I'll add some red pepper flakes in addition to the curry powder if I want to spice them up a bit. I like to serve them with chicken-seasoned rice and boiled broccoli. -Zena Furgason, Norman, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, place chicken and enough water to cover. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt; let stand 15 minutes at room temperature. Drain and pat dry. , Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a another bowl, mix oil, curry powder, onion salt, garlic powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; add chicken and toss to coat. In batches, place chicken in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175°, 15-17 minutes, turning halfway through. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh or thawed drumsticks: Fresh drumsticks are best, but frozen drumsticks can also be used. If using frozen drumsticks, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Dry the drumsticks thoroughly: Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels before cooking. This will help them to crisp up in the air fryer.
- Season the drumsticks liberally: Season the drumsticks with your favorite spices and herbs. Some good options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes before cooking the drumsticks.
- Cook the drumsticks in batches: Do not overcrowd the air fryer. Cook the drumsticks in batches if necessary.
- Cook the drumsticks for 10-12 minutes: Cook the drumsticks for 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through. Turn the drumsticks halfway through cooking.
- Let the drumsticks rest before serving: Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help them to retain their juices.
Conclusion:
Air fryer drumsticks are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy chicken. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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