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lemon pepper chicken drumsticks in air fryer

Lemon pepper drumsticks in air fryer

Lemon pepper drumsticks in air fryer is a very easy everyday recipe that we have on the regular in our house. Few simple ingredients and your dinner is ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 308 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Fresh lemon zest from 1 lemon for added freshness (optional)
  • Fresh lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Dry drumsticks with paper towels for crispy skin.
  • Mix olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, (optional salt, garlic powder, and lemon zest) in a bowl. Coat drumsticks evenly.
  • Set air fryer to 380°F.
  • Place in air fryer without overcrowding for even cooking.
  • Cook 10 minutes, flip, then another 10-15 minutes at 380°F until they reach 165°F internally.
  • Rest for a few minutes. Serve with lemon wedges for extra zest.

Notes

Store cooked lemon pepper chicken drumsticks in the air tight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in the air fryer for couple minutes or in the microwave for 1 minute or until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 308kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 27gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 740mgPotassium: 362mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 78IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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