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Crispy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy chicken drumsticks coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 pounds / 900 grams), skin-on and bone-in
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until blended.
  2. Toss the chicken drumsticks in the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Let them sit while you preheat the air fryer.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 5 minutes.
  4. Place the marinated drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow hot air to circulate evenly.
  5. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 20 to 22 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through cooking (around 10 minutes). Optionally, brush on more marinade after flipping for extra glaze.
  6. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C). If skin isn’t crispy enough, cook 2-3 more minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for extra crispiness. Marinate for 10-30 minutes; avoid longer than 2 hours to prevent meat breakdown. Flip drumsticks halfway through cooking for even crisping. Preheat air fryer to jump-start crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the basket. If glaze thickens after resting, gently warm before applying last minute of cooking. Use non-stick spray if basket tends to stick.

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