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air fryer chicken drumsticks with dipping sauce
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are the healthiest “fried” chicken you will ever make! Rubbed with herbs and spices, incredibly moist, and fast enough for a busy weeknight meal. 

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 155 kcal
Author: Catalina Castravet
Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Seasoning:
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the Seasoning ingredients, stir and set aside.
  2. Add drumsticks to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, toss to coat.
  3. Add the Seasoning blend all over the drumsticks and toss to coat them.
  4. Preheat air fryer at 400 F for 2-10 minutes.
  5. Arrange the drumsticks in the air fryer basket in one layer and cook for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the basket and flip chicken drumsticks.
  7. Cook at 400 F for another 10 minutes.
  8. If the internal temperature of the chicken is not 165 degrees, add another 5 minutes as time can vary based on the size of the drumsticks.
  9. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 155 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 70mg23%
Sodium 225mg10%
Potassium 185mg5%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 158IU3%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.