Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks
Crispy, garlicky Parmesan-coated drumsticks made quickly in the air fryer.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels; remove skin if desired for a less crispy result (skin left on yields crispier drumsticks).
- In a large bowl, toss the drumsticks with 1 teaspoon baking powder until each piece is fully coated.
- On a plate, combine 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper.
- Coat each baking-powder-coated drumstick thoroughly with the Parmesan-spice mixture, pressing the mixture onto the surface so it adheres.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange drumsticks in a single layer without overlapping; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 380°F for 24 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through the cooking time.
- Increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F and cook an additional 5–6 minutes to crisp the coating.
- Remove the drumsticks from the air fryer and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving; confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F with an instant-read thermometer.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large Bowl
- plate
- Tongs
- instant-read thermometer
Notes
- Pat the skin dry before coating for extra crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Let the drumsticks rest for 5 minutes before serving.