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Sweet and Spicy Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Crispy and juicy chicken legs cooked in an air fryer with a sweet and spicy glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken legs in the mixture, ensuring they are well covered.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken legs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  2. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and cooked through.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before coating so the skin gets crispy. Do not crowd the basket to ensure even cooking. Flip once at the halfway mark for even browning. Check internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).