BEST 25-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Legs | Crispy Skin, No Oil Bath! 🏆

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds a fresh flavor and dried parsley is more economical.

Preheat air fryer to 375°F.

Prepare chicken drumsticks for seasoning.

Create spice mixture: combine 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.

Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon olive oil over chicken and massage seasonings into drumsticks.

Arrange seasoned drumsticks in a single layer in air fryer basket.

Cook chicken for 15 minutes.

Flip chicken and cook for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Prepare creamy dipping sauce: combine 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon fresh coriander; whisk until combined.

Prepare salad dressing: whisk together 1/2 teaspoon honey, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil until emulsified.

Combine salad ingredients: 4 oz Roma lettuce, 4 oz cherry tomatoes, 1 oz red onion, 4 oz cucumber, and 2 oz pistachios; drizzle with dressing and toss until combined.

Top salad with 1 oz Parmesan cheese and serve chicken legs hot alongside salad and dipping sauce.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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