Air Fryer Chicken Legs with BBQ Glaze
If you're looking for a dinner that’s equal parts quick, juicy, and finger-lickin’ good, these Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Legs with BBQ Glaze are exactly what you need! This recipe is a weeknight hero—simple to prep, fast to cook, and oh-so-satisfying.
Servings: 2
Calories: 232kcal
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 large Bowl
Ingredients
- 6 chicken drumsticks with skin
- 1 teaspoon chili seasonning
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup of your favorite barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley for garnish
- non stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Pad dry the chicken with paper towels
- In a large bowl, mix the spices, olive oil, and BBQ sauce.
- Add the chicken to the bowl and mix until the drumsticks are well coated with the sauce.
- Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, select 380 ˚F and cook for 20 minutes turning halfway through cooking. (depending on the size of the drumsticks, the time may vary, make sure the internal temperature in the thickest part of the chicken is at 165 degrees.)
- Serve hot, garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Meal prep idea: Make a double batch and use leftovers in wraps, salads, or sandwiches.
- BBQ brush finish: Brush on extra BBQ sauce during the last 2 minutes for a sticky-sweet glaze.
- Try different sauces: Experiment with honey mustard, sriracha-maple, or chipotle for variety.
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 209mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 549mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg
