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Servings: 4

Air Fryer Drumstick Recipe in 20 Minutes!

This air fryer drumstick recipe is the perfect keto-friendly snack or meal idea. Ready in just 20 minutes, these chicken drumsticks feature a bold Cajun-style seasoning blend that is bound to have you coming back for more.
Prep: 2 minutes
Cook: 18 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 2 lbs chicken drumsticks, around 8 pieces
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil, or olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps cajun seasoning
  • chopped fresh parsley, to garnish
  • fresh lemon or lime wedges, to serve

Cajun Seasoning for Chicken Drumsticks

  • 4 Tbsps Smoked Paprika
  • 2 Tbsps Onion Powder
  • 2 Tbsps Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tbsps Oregano
  • 1 Tbsps Dried Thyme
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Parsley
  • 2 tsps Black Pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 tsps White Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper, optional, adds heat

Instructions 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees f. for a few minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using paper towels, pat the drumsticks completely dry.
  • In a large bowl place the chicken drumsticks. Drizzle them with your oil and sprinkle with the cajun seasoning.
  • Using your hands, thoroughly toss or rub to evenly coat each piece of chicken with the oil and seasonings.

➡️Air fryer Method:

  • Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer in your preheated air fryer and cook at 380 degrees f. for 18-20 minutes flipping the drumsticks halfway. A meat thermometer inserted reads 165 degrees f. when the chicken drumsticks are ready, and the juices run clear.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon or lime wedges.

➡️Oven-Roasted Method:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees f. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange your drumsticks in a single layer on the parchment.
  • Roast your drumsticks uncovered until their internal temperature reaches 165 degrees f, about 40 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon or lime wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 30g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 140mg, Sodium: 174mg, Potassium: 733mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 5441IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 128mg, Iron: 6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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