Description
Zesty and crisp chicken drumsticks seasoned with lemon pepper and garlic, cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a healthy alternative to deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the chicken drumsticks completely dry with paper towels to ensure crisp skin.
- Place drumsticks in a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil until evenly coated.
- Add lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and salt to the bowl, tossing until the chicken is well-coated.
- Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.
- Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes.
- Flip the drumsticks using tongs and air fry for another 12-15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American