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BBQ chicken legs on a platter.
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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Legs

These Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Legs are perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that's full of sweet and smoky flavor in just 20 minutes!
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time17 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Scott

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5-6 chicken legs
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Barbecue Rub Seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375℉.
  • Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels. Then, lightly coat them with olive oil and season them with the BBQ rub on all sides.
  • Place the legs in the air fryer in a single layer with a bit of space between them. Cook them for 16-18 minutes, flipping occasionally, until they reach an internal temperature of 170℉.
  • Brush the chicken legs with BBQ sauce and cook for another minute. Then remove them from the air fryer and serve hot.

Notes

Tips
  • Line the air fryer basket with a parchment liner or foil to make cleanup easier.
  • The skin can burn, especially if the rub you use contains sugar, so keep an eye on the chicken and flip it every 4-5 minutes.
  • To avoid burning the sauce, don't cook the chicken legs for more than a minute or two after basting them with the sauce.
Storage
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 4 days. The cooked chicken legs can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Reheat leftovers in your air fryer at 325°F for around 3 minutes until warm.