These crispy air fryer chicken legs are juicy on the inside with perfectly seasoned, golden skin on the outside. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner recipe uses simple pantry spices and delivers restaurant-quality flavor without deep frying.
Ingredients
- 6–8 chicken legs
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat – Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Season – Toss chicken legs with olive oil.In a small bowl, mix all spices, then rub evenly over the chicken.
- Air Fry – Arrange in a single layer (don’t stack).Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip & Finish -Flip and cook another 8–12 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is crispy.
- Rest – Let rest 3–5 minutes before serving (keeps juices inside).