Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks (Crispy Shake & Bake Style!)

Ingredients

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if desired)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 8 chicken drumsticks, skin-on

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.
2. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
3. Coat the Chicken: Whisk together olive oil and apple cider vinegar in another bowl. Add chicken drumsticks and toss to coat evenly.
4. Coat with Seasoning: Roll each drumstick in the breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
5. Arrange in the Air Fryer: Place the coated drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. Cook the Drumsticks: Air fry for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Let Rest: Remove the drumsticks from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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