Crispy & Juicy Air Fryer Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks Recipe: Perfect for Toddler Meals (Ages 4-5)
Make delicious, crispy-on-the-outside, and juicy-on-the-inside chicken drumsticks using your air fryer. This recipe is incredibly easy and perfect for kids’ snacks or meals!
Main Ingredients
- 7 chicken drumsticks
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- A little Parmesan cheese powder (optional)
- 1 Tbsp Miryang (cooking wine/rice wine)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Prepare the Chicken Drumsticks: Make 2-3 shallow cuts across the flesh of each chicken drumstick with a knife. This helps the seasoning penetrate better and ensures even cooking. You can use thawed drumsticks, or if using frozen ones, any blood that might appear during cooking and then turn dark can be easily wiped off after it’s cooked. Scoring the skin side of the drumsticks will also enhance the texture.
Step 2
2. Season the Chicken: Place the chicken drumsticks in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of Miryang (cooking wine). Mix well to coat the drumsticks evenly. If you don’t have Miryang, you can substitute it with soju or white wine. Once coated, sprinkle with herb salt (or a pinch of regular salt if you don’t have herb salt) and Parmesan cheese powder. The Parmesan cheese adds a nice flavor, but it’s perfectly fine to omit it if you don’t have it. For future variations, you might consider making a separate sauce to fry and then simmer the chicken in.
Step 3
3. Air Fry the Chicken: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the seasoned drumsticks in a single layer. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, flip the drumsticks and continue to cook for another 15 minutes, for a total cooking time of 30 minutes. This will result in drumsticks that are golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining wonderfully tender and juicy inside. Serve the finished chicken drumsticks with ketchup for dipping. They make a fantastic main dish or side that both children and adults will love!
