Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Legs are perfectly crispy and juicy, ready in no time! A delicious and easy way to enjoy a classic dish with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken legs
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or substitute with olive or avocado oil)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Make the Spice Mix: In a large zip-top bag, combine brown sugar, salt, black pepper, ground mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Shake to mix.
- Season the Chicken: Add the chicken legs to the bag, pour in the vegetable oil, and shake until evenly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 380°F for 18-22 minutes, turning halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches between 165°F and 185°F.
- Serve: Enjoy with your favorite sides and dipping sauces!
Notes
- For Extra Crispiness: Ensure chicken is completely dry before seasoning.
- Cooking Frozen Chicken Legs: Increase cooking time and check internal temperature for doneness.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg