Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken is a quick and easy dinner idea! Budget friendly and family friendly! Great with chicken legs or thighs. 

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Shopping list:

• chicken drumsticks
• barbecue sauce
• olive oil
• onion powder
• paprika
• salt
• black pepper
• dried oregano

I've said it before and I'll say it again, air fryer chicken is the absolute best!

I just love the crispy skin and the inside of the chicken turns out so juicy. The air fryer is also such a timesaver. This chicken along with a side can be ready in about 25 minutes. So perfect for busy days when you want something homemade, but don't have a lot of time.

The chicken is great with just the seasoning, but the barbecue sauce or Teriyaki Sauce are always delicious additions. Use whichever brand sauce is your favorite, or make some homemade if you have a favorite recipe.

If you're looking for some more great air fryer chicken recipes, you'll want to try this Air Fryer Whole Chicken, Air Fryer Boneless Wings or these Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings!

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You can add or substitute with these ingredients:

• use thyme instead of oregano
• add garlic powder
• use rosemary instead of oregano
• use smoked paprika instead of regular
• use thighs or wings instead of drumsticks

Recipe tips:

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

• We own a Ninja air fryer and these cook in about 22 minutes to the crispiness we love! Different air fryer brands may heat differently and drumstick sizes vary, so adjust the time or temperature accordingly, and use a meat thermometer to ensure the cooked temperature is 165 degrees F.

Yield 3 servings

Author Hot Eats and Cool Reads

Prep time

10 Min

Cook time

22 Min

Total time

32 Min

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

Ingredients

• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for about 5 minutes.
2. Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with a paper towel.
3. In a bowl, coat the chicken drumsticks with the olive oil, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper and oregano.
4. Place the seasoned drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
5. Cook the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer at 380°F for 20-22 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F and the skin is crispy.
6. Brush the drumsticks with the barbecue sauce, coating them evenly on all sides.
7. Air fry for an additional 2 minutes to caramelize the BBQ sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

408.99

Fat

23.81 g

Sat. Fat

5.03 g

Carbs

20.43 g

Fiber

0.84 g

Net carbs

19.6 g

Sugar

15.92 g

Protein

27.18 g

Sodium

1424.48 mg

Cholesterol

139.31 mg

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Our favorite kitchen equipment and supplies used with this recipe:

• Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
• OXO Good Grips 6-Piece Plastic Measuring Spoons
• Bounty Quick Size Paper Towels
• Silicone Pastry Brush
• Digital Meat Thermometer

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