Oven Fried Chicken Legs

Oven-Fried Chicken Legs (Air Fryer Style)

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for making crispy oven-fried chicken legs using an air fryer:

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp milk
• Cooking spray or a light drizzle of oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better.
2. Set Up Breading Station:
   • In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
   • In a second bowl, whisk the eggs with milk.
   • In a third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Dredge each chicken leg in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.
   • Dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
   • Roll it in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks.
4. Preheat Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
5. Cook the Chicken:
   • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer, leaving space between them.
   • Lightly spray or drizzle oil on top of the chicken to help it crisp up.
   • Air fry for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
6. Serve:
   • Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces or sides.

Enjoy your crispy and juicy air-fried chicken legs!