These crispy air fryer paleo chicken drumsticks are the perfect weeknight meal. They're easy to make, healthy, and absolutely delicious. The key to getting them crispy is to preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and cook the chicken drumsticks for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
I've been a fan of air fryers ever since I got my first one a few years ago. They're so convenient and easy to use, and they can make just about anything crispy. I've made everything from french fries to onion rings to chicken wings in my air fryer, and they've all turned out great.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound chicken drumsticks
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine the chicken drumsticks, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to coat.
Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
The high heat of the air fryer helps to create a crispy crust on the chicken drumsticks.
The olive oil helps to keep the chicken drumsticks moist and flavorful.
The seasonings add flavor to the chicken drumsticks.
Cooking the chicken drumsticks for 15 minutes ensures that they are cooked through.