Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy perfectly cooked, juicy chicken legs with a crispy skin. Seasoned with a simple blend of paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a weekend meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken legs
Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Other
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Rub them evenly with olive oil to help the seasoning stick and promote crispy skin.
- Season Chicken: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken legs to ensure full flavor coverage.
- Cook First Side: Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes, allowing the skin to crisp up.
- Flip and Cook Second Side: Flip the chicken legs to the other side and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring safe and juicy chicken.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes to redistribute juices. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to pat the chicken dry to get crispier skin.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid under or overcooking.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste or add other seasonings like cayenne for heat.
- Letting the chicken rest helps keep it juicy and flavorful.
