Nashville Hot Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe
If you're craving crispy, spicy chicken with minimal effort, this Nashville Hot Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe is perfect for you. These air fryer chicken legs deliver all the bold flavours of classic fried chicken, but with less oil and mess. Coated in a fiery mix of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder, the chicken legs develop a crispy skin that rivals deep-fried alternatives. The airfryer method ensures even cooking, leaving the chicken tender and juicy inside while perfectly crispy outside. Whether you’re serving them with fries, a fresh salad, or dipping in honey mustard, this recipe for air fryer chicken legs makes for a quick and delicious dinner. Pair it with your favourite sides like coleslaw or roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal with a spicy kick.
Serves
2
Buttermilk
Frank's Red Hot Sauce
Chicken Leg
Plain Flour
Baking Powder
Garlic Powder
Paprika
Cayenne Pepper
To serve
Non-Stick Spray
Salt
Black Pepper
FOR THE SAUCE:
Butter
Frank's Red Hot Sauce
Soft Light Brown Sugar
Cayenne Pepper
Garlic Powder
Paprika
Salt
Black Pepper
TO SERVE:
To serve
Pickle
To serve
White Bread
Adam Bush
Adam is a chef, baker and food writer with a love of big, bold flavours. He trained in Michelin-starred kitchens, pubs and a bakery before turning his hand to recipe writing.
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Adam Bush
Adam is a chef, baker and food writer with a love of big, bold flavours. He trained in Michelin-starred kitchens, pubs and a bakery before turning his hand to recipe writing.