Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are crisp, juicy and seasoned with a flavorful bbq chicken rub! They make an easy, affordable dinner or game day snack!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 645kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs. chicken legs about 6-8 depending on their size
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon bbq chicken rub
Instructions
- Allow the chicken drumsticks to come to room temperature to ensure that they cook evenly. Blot them dry with a paper towel, then brush lightly with the oil.2 1/2 lbs. chicken legs
- Season the drumsticks evenly to coat with the bbq chicken rub.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon bbq chicken rub
- Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer in an even layer (it's ok if the bones overlap slightly), and cook at 375 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the leg registers 175 degrees. All air fryers vary, so check for doneness after 12 minutes. Smaller legs will take roughly 15 minutes and larger legs will take about 18 minutes. Allow the drumsticks to rest 5-10 minutes before serving and enjoy!2 1/2 lbs. chicken legs
Notes
- Pro tip: The cooking time will vary based on the size of your drumsticks. All air fryers vary, so be sure to check for doneness after 12 minutes.
- You will more than likely have to cook the drumsticks in (2) batches. This will depend on the size and type of your air fryer.
- Change things up with my jerk seasoning, blackened seasoning, or your favorite store bought seasonings or rubs.
- Store air fryer drumsticks in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 645kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 264mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 592mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 326IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg