Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Ingredients: 8 to 10 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs/drumsticks ((about 2 1/4 pounds)); 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (or serving)

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Total: 28 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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8 to 10 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs/drumsticks ((about 2 1/4 pounds))1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon dark brown sugar2 teaspoons smoked paprika1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepperChopped fresh cilantro or parsley (or serving)

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Instructions

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Step 1

With paper towels, pat the chicken legs dry, and place in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the oil.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, mustard, and cayenne. Sprinkle over the chicken, then toss to evenly coat.

Step 3

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F, according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Arrange a single layer of the drumsticks in the basket.

Step 4

Air fry chicken legs for 10 minutes, then slide out the basket and flip the legs. Return to the air fryer and cook for 8 additional minutes, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 165 degrees F when a meat thermometer is inserted at the thickest part without touching the bone (I remove mine around 190 degrees F and it is still very juicy. The extra time ensures the skin is nice and crisp). Transfer to a plate and let rest 5 minutes. Serve hot, sprinkled with chopped cilantro or parsley as desired.