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Chicken Drumsticks

Cultural Context

Chicken drumsticks are a beloved dish in Romania, often prepared for family gatherings and festive occasions. This dish showcases the country's affinity for hearty, flavorful meals that bring people together. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with diverse marinades and cooking methods reflecting local tastes.

RomanianROmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 chicken drumsticks bone-in and skin-on
Spray oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground pepper
2 tsp garlic powder
½-1 tsp chili powder (optional)
2 tsp smoked paprika
1/3 cup barbecue sauce or Homemade Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce
2 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp onion powder
½-1 tsp chili powder (optional)
2 tsp Italian seasoning

chicken drumsticks

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken wings

Thighs are often more affordable and can be healthier with less fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a lower glycemic index sweetener.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and often less expensive.

1

Preheat your air fryer to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit) until you get all the ingredients ready.

2

Dry the drumsticks with a paper towel and remove any loose skin or excess bits.

3

Mix the basic spice mix ingredients in a small bowl, adding the dry spices from whichever flavour variation you want to make. Spray about 1-2 tbsp of oil on all your drumsticks until evenly coated and rub the spice mix on them.

4

Arrange the drumsticks in your air fryer basket without overlapping them. (you might have to cook them in batches)

5

Air fry at 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit) for 10 minutes and flip. If the recipe calls for a liquid coating (honey mustard mixture / BBQ sauce), brush it on and air fry for another 9-12 minutes or until the internal temperature of your chicken drumsticks reaches 74 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit).

6

Take your chicken out and rest it on a plate covered with tin foil while you air fry the remaining drumsticks (if cooking in batches).

7

Garnish with some fresh parsley and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbaking

Equipment Needed

Air FryerOXO Good Grips Tongs

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Baked Chicken LegsRoasted Chicken Drumsticks

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