Air fryer chicken drumsticks recipe

Organic chicken meat: goodness and authenticity together

Chicken is a versatile and tasty food that lends itself to many preparations, but cooking in an air fryer is certainly one of the most practical and healthy. Compared to traditional frying, the air fryer allows you to obtain crispy and golden dishes using a very small amount of oil, or even no oil at all, thus reducing calorie intake and making dishes lighter and healthier.

The recipe can be customized with spices, marinades and sauces, for an always different and original result. If you are looking for a tasty idea to prepare chicken in a healthy way, the air fryer is certainly a winning choice, and with our tips and tricks you will become true experts in cooking this delicious food.

Chicken drumsticks with the air fryer: the perfect ally

Cooking chicken legs in the air fryer is a great classic both for those who want to experiment with their first recipes with these appliances and for veterans who have been using them for a long time.

Chicken meat is particularly suitable for cooking in an air fryer: perfect for creating a nice crust and remaining tender and moist inside. Preparing chicken drumsticks with an air fryer is really simple and the dish will be as good as in a restaurant. Furthermore, chicken is truly evergreen, everyone likes it and can be prepared and customized by adding many ingredients and condiments: after all, everyone has their own special recipe which they also prepare in the pan or in the oven.

To cook the chicken drumsticks, we used a 6.5 liter air fryer, in which we added some lemon slices to the bottom of the internal riser. The lemon - or lime - slices give a fresh and citrus scent to the chicken, but obviously you can leave them out or replace them with slices of any citrus fruit you prefer. We can give a little extra touch of crunchiness by using panko - Chinese breadcrumbs - instead of what we all have at home.

Organic chicken drumsticks recipe with air fryer

This recipe can be made in any type of air fryer. However, it is important to remember that the times and temperatures shown are for guidance only and depend on the appliance you have.

Therefore, it is advisable to always check the cooking and make any necessary changes based on the characteristics of your air fryer.

Air fryer fried chicken ingredients

• 800 g organic chicken drumsticks (about 8 pieces)
• 2 organic eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
• 1/2 cup 00 flour
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• slices of lemon or orange to taste
• Air Fryer Spray Oil

Air fryer chicken process

In a large bowl, whisk the organic eggs until well mixed. In another bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs - or panko -, 00 flour, salt, black pepper, sweet paprika and garlic powder.

Dip the chicken drumsticks in the beaten egg and then dip them in the breadcrumb and spice mixture.

Spray air fryer oil spray on the surface of the fryer. Place any lemon slices on the bottom.

Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer and cook at 180°C for approximately 25 -30 minutes, until golden and crispy.

Serve hot organic chicken drumsticks with sauces of your choice, white rice or seasonal vegetables. Enjoy your meal!