Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Drumsticks

This is one of my favorite meals I have made in the air fryer. Everyone loves really great flavorful Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Drumsticks. Today, I made it, and my entire family fell in love with them.

I love chicken legs or drumsticks because they are really a budget meal. I usually can find them on sale for about 99 cents a pound. Which meals are a really budget-friendly meal, especially since I have two teenage boys.

The skin crisps up really nicely in the air fryer. It provides a delicious dinner.

Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

• 5-7 Chicken Drumsticks
• Olive oil

Cajun Seasoning:

• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Simple Directions:

1. In a small mixing bowl, mix all of the Cajun seasonings.
2. Spray your air fryer basket with olive oil.
3. Rub the olive oil over the chicken drumsticks, and then rub the Cajun seasoning into the drumsticks.
4. Set the chicken drumsticks into the air fryer basket.
5. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F. For 20 minutes, flipping halfway during the cooking process.
6. Check the chicken drumsticks’ internal temperature because the exact time will depend on the air fryer you are using. Internal temperature should be 165 degrees F.
7. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Some Common Questions Asked About Air Frying Chicken Drumsticks (Legs)

Do I Have To Preheat My Air Fryer?

No, it will not make a difference in this recipe, so no. No preheating required.

What If I Want To Use Sauce?

If you want to use any marinade or sauce, wait until the end of the cooking process. You can always toss the chicken drumsticks in the sauce and then add the coated chicken drumsticks back into the air fryer.

How Do I Tell If The Chicken Drumsticks Are Done?

Always use a meat thermometer, and the internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees F.

How To Evenly Cook Your Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Drumsticks?

To evenly air fryer your chicken drumsticks, you need to make sure that the basket is not crowded. When you crowd your air fryer basket, you block the air from circulating around the basket.

What Air Fryers Will This Recipe Work With?

This recipe was tested using the Air Fryer Instant Pot Vortex and Phillips XL Air Fryer, but it will work the same in an air fryer. The timing might change by a couple of minutes. This is why a meat thermometer is our best friend.

Can I use Other Cuts Of Chicken Besides Drumsticks?

Yes, this recipe will work the same (minus time) without chicken. I have made the same recipe using chicken breasts, thighs, and wings. Just remember to adjust the time accordingly.

Some Other Great Air Fryer Chicken Leg (Drumstick) Recipes–

AIR FRYER BBQ CHICKEN LEGS

AIR FRYER, GARLIC PAPRIKA CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

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