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Crispy BBQ Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Crispy air fryer chicken legs seasoned with paprika and pepper, then coated in tangy BBQ sauce for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 chicken legs
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pat the chicken legs completely dry with paper towels. Evenly sprinkle the outsides with salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Place four chicken legs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch each other for maximum crispiness.
  4. Cook for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken legs and cook for an additional 8 minutes.
  5. Brush each chicken leg generously with BBQ sauce. Cook for 2 more minutes. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Repeat steps 3-5 with the remaining four chicken legs.

Notes

- Ensure chicken legs are completely dry before seasoning for the crispiest skin.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on the size of the chicken legs and your specific air fryer model.
Allergens: Wheat, Soybeans.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.