air fryer chicken drumsticks

To make air fryer chicken drumsticks, first,

Wash and place the drumsticks and place in a colander to drain any excess water.

Pat the chicken drumsticks(legs)thoroughly with kitchen paper towels so they are dry.

Set aside.

Into a bowl, add flour(2 tbsps), baking powder(1 tsp), paprika(2 tsp, substitute with sweet or smoked paprika or red chilli powder).

Add onion powder(1 tsp), garlic powder(1 tsp), pepper powder(1 tsp), and salt to season.

Mix with a spoon to combine.

Place a little of the seasoning on the tip of your tongue, you should taste the salt as well as the garlic flavor.

Add more salt and garlic carefully so you really taste these flavors.

Once you have the seasoning combined, place the chicken drumsticks(legs) in a large bowl.

Add the seasoning into the bowl of drumsticks.

Wear a disposable glove and coat the chicken legs with the seasoning.

Make sure to coat the chicken drumsticks well with this dry rub so there is a thick layer.

I was able to coat the chicken drumsticks without any oil but if you feel that the spice rub is not sticking onto the drumstick then add 1/4 teaspoon of oil.

Once the chicken drumsticks are ready, place them on a tray.

Heat the air fryer to 200c(400F) for 3 minutes.

Brush the air fryer basket with oil.

Place the chicken drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

If you are using a small air fryer just place 3-4.

If you have a bigger air fryer you can air fry them in batches of 5-6.

Set the air fryer timer for 20 minutes and air fry them for 10 minutes.

While the chicken legs are air frying.

Add the oil(2 tbsps) into the remaining seasoning in the bowl and combine well.

Once the 10 minutes are done, use a tong to gently flip the chicken legs over.

Brush or dab the dry rub marinade onto the chicken legs as much as you can and air fry for another 10 minutes.

Once the combined cooking time of 20 minutes is complete.

Shake the basket, brush the remaining marinade onto the air-fried drumsticks and fry for another 5 minutes more.

Repeat the process to cook all of the chicken drumsticks.

Transfer to a tray and let them rest for 3 minutes.

Serve with your favorite side dishes(some popular side dishes are given above)with a few lime wedges.