Are you a fan of crispy, juicy drumsticks but don’t want to sacrifice your dietary goals? Look no further! Our Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe with BBQ is a game-changer for anyone looking to indulge in their favorite finger food without the guilt. Thanks to air fryers, you can achieve that perfect crunch and flavor without deep-frying.
Chicken has always been the go-to staple in our home and for years, we made everything with chicken breasts. But recently, like most people, with grocery prices going up and our bank account going down, we have been looking for more affordable ways to feed our family of five. Enter drumsticks!
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Chicken drumsticks have become a popular choice over chicken breasts in our chicken for several reasons. First and foremost, AFFORDABILITY! Generally, drumsticks are cheaper than breasts, making them a more budget-friendly option for our family.
Second, FLAVOR! As someone that solely cooked with chicken breasts, I had no idea just how flavorful and tender drumsticks can be. Thanks to a fancy dancy Google search, this is due to the higher fat content that keeps the drumstick juicy and moist.
Finally, EASE, part of my family of five includes two littles and drumsticks have proven easier for them to pick up and enjoy. Yes, yes, I can still cut chickens or any protein into small bites but what is wrong with having a little fun with food?
Just like chicken breasts, drumsticks are versatile, easy to adapt to different cooking methods and perfect for seasoning. Who knows, maybe they will continue to be a preferred choice for my family over chicken breasts. They are definitely perfect for our Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe!
Still not sure you are ready to try our Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe?
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Let’s take a look at five reasons why busy parents use air fryers while cooking dinner:
1. Quick and Easy: Air fryers are a LIFESAVER for busy parents who need to cook dinner fast. Air fryers can cook a variety of meals in under 30 minutes, from protein to vegetables, and yes, even desserts!
2. Healthy Option: Air fryers offer a healthier alternative to deep-frying, using minimal oil and producing fever calories. This definitely appeals to parents who want to provide healthful meals for their families without sacrificing flavor.
Side note: as a busy momma that follows a keto lifestyle, I’m all in for cooking in the air fryer!
3: Versatility: Thanks to the incredible versatility of air fryers, parents are able to cook a wide variety of dishes from chicken and vegetables to fries, seafood, and even baked goods!
4: Easy Cleanup: Let’s be honest, you put time into cooking dinner, then everyone cleans their plate in a matter of minutes and it is time for cleaning up; it can be a nightmare! Air fryers make cleanup a breeze, with dishwasher-safe parts and minimal mess.
5: Stress-Free Cooking: Cooking dinner doesn’t have to be stressful but often can be, especially when juggling multiple tasks. Air fryers simplify the process, allowing parents to cook with minimal supervision which allows them to focus on other tasks.
Let’s review! Our Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe includes chicken drumsticks which are more affordable, more flavorful and more fun for smaller hands. Our recipe also includes the use of an air fryer, a busy parent’s best friend. The air fryer offers speed, health, versatility, easy cleanup, and last but certainly not least, stress-free cooking.
What are you waiting for? Check out the details of this fast and easy recipe and get ready to add our Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe to your weekly meal plan.
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EASY AIR FRYER DRUMSTICKS RECIPE WITH BBQ
WHAT YOU NEED
Drumsticks
BBQ Sauce
Butter
Salt
Pepper
WHAT YOU DO
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Following a keto or low carb style? Trying to watch your sugar intake? Use your favorite sugar free BBQ sauce.
This recipe can easily remove the BBQ sauce, remove the step where you remove the drumsticks and coat with BBQ sauce and just cook them in the air fryer for the time noted.
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