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Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Crispy and juicy chicken legs cooked to perfection in an air fryer, seasoned with a blend of spices for a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for coating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the chicken legs to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Place the chicken legs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded.
  3. Cook the chicken legs for 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time for even crispiness.
Serve
  1. Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mg

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken legs in the seasoning mixture for a few hours or overnight before cooking. You can also adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.

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