Description
Delicious and crispy air fryer fried chicken drumsticks, perfect for a quick and healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 chicken drumsticks (about 2–3 pounds)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- Cooking spray or oil mister
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry and marinade in a buttermilk mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the seasoned flour coating in a shallow dish.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Dredge the chicken drumsticks in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Arrange the coated drumsticks in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch.
- Cook at 380°F for 12 minutes without opening the air fryer.
- Flip each drumstick and cook for an additional 10-13 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- If desired, increase the temperature to 400°F for an extra 2-3 minutes for crispiness.
- Let the drumsticks rest on a wire rack for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure to pat the chicken dry before marinating for optimal crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked correctly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg