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Asian-Style Chicken Drumsticks in Air Fryer

These Asian-style chicken drumsticks are marinated in a delicious blend of mustard, honey, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. Cooked in an air fryer, they come out crispy and tender, offering a delightful combination of flavors that will satisfy your cravings for a flavorful Asian-inspired dish.
Prep Time35 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinating30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 2
Calories: 319kcal
Author: Val

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Cooking oil spray
  • Small skillet or pan (optional)

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Take a large bowl and pour in the mustard, honey, and soy sauce. Add in the dried garlic and minced ginger. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper for seasoning, though remember you can adjust this later if necessary. Stir everything together thoroughly until you achieve a smooth and consistent marinade.
  • Place the chicken drumsticks in the bowl with the marinade and toss thoroughly to ensure each drumstick is coated.
  • Let them marinate for 30 minutes. If time permits, you can leave them for a few hours or even overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 360ºF (180ºC). Remove the drumsticks from the bowl, shaking off any excess marinade. Place the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer basket. You can grease the basket with vegetable oil if desired.
  • Air fry at 360ºF (180ºC) for 25 to 30 minutes. Flip the drumsticks halfway through the cooking time for even browning. You can also brush the drumsticks with the remaining marinade.
  • While the drumsticks are cooking, toast your sesame seeds in a dry skillet for about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
  • Once the drumsticks are finished cooking in the air fryer, remove them and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve the Asian-style chicken drumsticks immediately

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 1247mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 76IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg