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Air Fryer Peri Peri Chicken Drumsticks

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These peri peri chicken drumsticks are bold, crispy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick dinner that feels special.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine African
Servings 4 servings
Calories 372 kcal
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Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Chicken Drumsticks
  • 3 tbsp Peri Peri Sauce (store-bought)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Lemon Wedges (for serving)
  • Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Pat the drumsticks completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, whisk together the peri peri sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Add the drumsticks and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for the best flavor.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 380F. Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer with space between them. Air fry for 12 minutes.
  • Flip the drumsticks, brush with any remaining marinade from the bowl, and increase the temperature to 400F. Air fry for another 8-10 minutes until the skin is charred and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 175F.
  • Let the drumsticks rest for 3 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 37gFat: 24g
Keyword air fryer, chicken drumsticks, peri peri chicken, spicy chicken
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