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Crispiest Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Crispiest Air Fryer Chicken Legs: 5 Secrets to Crunchy Bliss

Crispiest Air Fryer Chicken Legs are delicious and easy to make. Enjoy the crispy skin and juicy meat.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken legs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat the chicken legs with the seasoning mixture.
  5. Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of chicken legs.
  • For extra crispiness, you can increase the temperature for the last few minutes.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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