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Air Fryer BBQ Drumsticks

The easiest BBQ air fryer chicken drumsticks ever. Made in under 30 minutes, these chicken legs are crisp and sticky on the outside, yet juicy and tender on the inside.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 367kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Into a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, table salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano and extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Ensure the chicken pieces are coated evenly with the spices and oil.
  • Place the marinated chicken pieces directly into the air fryer tray and cook them at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes. Flip the chicken over at the 13 minute mark.
  • After 25 minutes, take the chicken out and coat it on both sides with BBQ sauce. Use the tongs to help you grip and coat the chicken on the opposite side.
  • Place the chicken back into the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Notes

How to store leftovers

REFRIGERATE: Refrigerate leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5 days. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or bake for about 10 minutes in a preheated 350 air fryer.
FREEZE: Air fried chicken legs may also be frozen; store in freezer-safe containers or freezer bags for up to three months. To reheat, thaw them in the refrigerator and then set them back in the air fryer for 10 minutes to finish heating.

Nutrition

Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 1107mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 188IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg