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Air fryer chicken legs on a small platter garnished with parsley, with salt and pepper shakers in the background.

Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Diana
These air fryer chicken leg quarters are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with savory flavor.
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Servings 2 servings
Calories 348
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Course Chicken
Cuisine American
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken legs, (large, with thigh)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, sweet or smoked
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
  • Chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

  • Prep the chicken legs. Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels and rub with olive oil. Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne (if using). Rub the mixture over the chicken legs.
    Chicken leg quarters on a small cutting board being seasoned and ready to put in the air fryer.
  • Air fry the chicken. Follow the instructions for your air fryer and preheat it if required. Arrange the chicken in the air fryer basket, skin-side up, and cook at 375°F for 12 minutes. Flip them over and cook for an additional 12 to 15 minutes, or until the are crisp and browned. Look for an internal temperature of at least 175°F to 180°F in the thickest part of the thigh.
    Whole chicken leg quarters in the air fryer basket
  • Serve. Transfer the chicken legs to a platter and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve.
    Air fryer chicken legs on a small platter garnished with parsley, with salt and pepper shakers in the background.

Nutrition

Calories: 348kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1273mgPotassium: 314mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 614IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer chicken, chicken legs
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