Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks deliver 33g protein and 340 calories per serving across 5 servings — a cost-effective batch option for high-volume prep. Ready in minutes on the stovetop, this cut scales efficiently when you're building meal boxes for the full week without recipe repetition.
Ingredients
- •Paprika, Smoked(5g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Onion powder(1g)
- •Oregano, Dried(3g)
- •½ tsp salt ($0.02)
- •¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.05)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Chicken Drumstick, Skin-On(907g)
- •Olive oil(23g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
Instructions
- 1Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
- 2Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- 3Add the spice mixture to the drumsticks and toss until evenly coated on all sides.
- 4Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer in your air fryer basket without overlapping, then air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes.
- 5Flip each drumstick over and air fry for another 10–12 minutes until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured at the thickest part of the thigh.
- 6Remove the drumsticks from the air fryer and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
- 7Divide the cooked drumsticks evenly into 5 airtight containers while still hot, then seal and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Nutrition — Per Serving
340
calories
33g
protein
21g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 5.1g
- Sodium
- 194 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.7g
5 servings per batch · ~189g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks have per serving?
Each serving delivers 33g of protein with 340 calories, offering a solid protein-to-calorie ratio for a poultry option. Macros include 21g fat and 2g carbs per serving.
How long does Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks take to prep?
Quick prep time with 5 servings per batch means you can have multiple ready-to-eat portions throughout the week for flexibility around training days.
Is Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks good for muscle gain?
At 33g protein and 340 calories per serving, this works as a secondary protein source during muscle gain phases but pairs better with higher-carb sides to hit total daily calories. The fat content supports hormone production while keeping carbs minimal.
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