Best Air Fryer Chicken Legs

These Air Fryer Chicken Legs/Quarters are flavorful, juicy, crispy and tender. In just under 45 minutes, you'll be enjoying this goodness.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Chicken legs are inexpensive compared to other chicken parts.
• Air frying is a healthier cooking option.
• Always available in the store.
• Easy and quick, yet delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes.
• The ingredients are easy to find. You will most likely already have some at home.
• Very flavorful with a blend of deep spices and herbs.

Why use an Airfryer?

• It is very affordable and has many cooking options.
• Easier to run than an electric oven.
• It's used for healthier cooking because it requires little or no oil compared to deep frying.
• Cleaning the air fryer is a breeze. A dishwasher can also do the job for you.

If you don't own an air fryer, I encourage you to own one because you won't regret it. Also, the crispy skin of food you achieve with an air fryer is incredible.

Ingredients Used:

• Chicken quarters
• Paprika
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Chicken bouillon
• Italian seasoning or any dry herbs mix
• Salt
• Old bay seasoning: Can be substituted with cajun, sazon or creole seasoning.
• Black pepper
• Cooking oil

How to Make Air Fryer Chicken 

Check the recipe card at the end of this post for a detailed recipe.

• Preheat the air fryer to 380℉ for 5 minutes. Wash and pat dry the chicken. Using a kitchen sear, cut out excess fat from the chicken.
• Combine all the dry ingredients except the oil in a bowl and set aside.

• Using a sharp knife, make deep cuts on the chicken and sprinkle oil. Rub the chicken generously.

• Sprinkle the dry rub all over the chicken, ensuring it gets deep inside the slits or cuts.

• Transfer the chicken to the air fryer basket.

• Cook them for 20 minutes, flip sides and cook again for 20 minutes till the juices run clear.

• If you have a thermometer, you can check the internal temperature. It should be at least 165℉.
• Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes, then serve immediately.

Which Air Fryer Did I Use?

I used the Innsky 5.8 qt. You can get it from Amazon

Can it be a Plan Ahead Recipe?

Yes. It can be seasoned and kept in the refrigerator. Air fry when ready. You don't need to let it come to room temperature.

How do I know the chicken is fully cooked?

The best way is to use a thermometer. You can also use a knife to cut through the thickest part of the chicken. If there is blood, let it cook again till the juices run clear.

Storage and Reheating

This can be stored in a Ziplock bag or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It's not advisable to freeze it because the skin will become soggy, and the meat will be dry.

Reheat in the air fryer for about 10 minutes at 380 degrees F.

What To Serve With This Juicy Chicken

1. Baked Potatoes Wedges
2. Air Fryer Crispy Potatoes
3. Roasted Garlic Butter Parmesan Potatoes

Best Air Fryer Chicken Legs

These Air Fryer Chicken Legs/Quarters are flavorful, juicy, crispy and tender. In just under 45 minutes, you'll be enjoying this goodness.

 

4.60 from 5 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 269kcal

Author: Claudy

Equipment

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  Air fryer

Ingredients 

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• ▢ 2 Chicken quarters
• ▢ 2 teaspoon Paprika
• ▢ 2 teaspoon Chicken bouillon
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Salt
• ▢ 2 teaspoon Garlic powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Old bay seasoning optional
• ▢ 1 tsp Onion powder
• ▢ 1 tsp Blackpepper
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning any dry herbs mix
• ▢ 3 tablespoon Oil

Instructions

• Preheat the air fryer to 380℉ for 5 minutes.
• Wash and pat dry the chicken. Using a kitchen sear, cut out excess fat from the chicken.
• Combine all the dry ingredients except the oil in a bowl and set aside.
• Using a sharp knife, make deep cuts on the chicken and sprinkle oil. Rub the chicken generously.
• Sprinkle the dry rub all over the chicken, ensuring it gets deep inside the slits or cuts.
• Use your hand to massage the seasonings on the chicken well.
• Transfer the chicken to the air fryer basket.
• Cook them for 20 minutes, flip sides and cook again for 20 minutes till the juices run clear.
• If you have a thermometer, you can check the internal temperature. It should be at least 165℉.
• Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 878mg | Potassium: 221mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 577IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg

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