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A blue and white checked placemat topped with a blue plate of drumsticks coated with barbecue sauce.
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Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe

Make a batch of these tasty air fryer drumsticks for dinner tonight! This easy five ingredient recipe is made with just a few simple steps and comes out with tender chicken and crispy skin. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time42 minutes
Total Time52 minutes
Course: Main Dish Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 662kcal
Author: Aileen Clark

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 drumsticks
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley

Instructions

  • Pat drumsticks dry.
  • Coat each drumstick in melted butter using a pastry brush.
    A plate of raw drumsticks coated with butter and seasonings.
  • Sprinkle generously with salt & pepper.
  • Place drumsticks on air fryer basket without overcrowding.
  • Cook at 375°F for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from air fryer and coat drumsticks in bbq sauce.
    An air fryer tray coated with bbq sauce.
  • Place back in air fryer and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle drumsticks with parsley.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Drumsticks should be air fried in a single layer. Work in batches, if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 662kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 292mg | Sodium: 1164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g