Description
Crispy, zesty air-fried chicken drumsticks seasoned with bright lemon zest and bold lemon pepper. Ready in minutes with minimal oil, these golden drumsticks offer a balance of tangy and savory flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
8 large chicken drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh lemon zest from 1 lemon
Optional: Maple glaze (2 tablespoons maple syrup + 1 teaspoon lemon juice)
Instructions
Pat drumsticks dry to remove excess moisture for crispy skin
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and garlic powder
Coat drumsticks evenly with the spice mixture
Place drumsticks in air fryer basket in a single layer
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes
Flip drumsticks halfway through cooking (total 30 minutes)
If using maple glaze, brush on the glaze during the last 3-5 minutes of cooking
Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing
Notes
For extra crispiness, skewer the drumsticks to ensure even air circulation.
Adjust salt levels based on the sodium content of your seasoning mix.
Add garlic powder to the glaze for an extra flavor boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg