Air Fryer Ranch Chicken with Crispy Slaw
Seasoned drumsticks get crispy in the air fryer in 20 minutes, then served with a quick shredded slaw and drizzle of chili oil. One-vessel dinner that tastes like takeout.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 38g
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces (about 2 lbs) chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or vegetable slaw
- 2 tbsp chili oil
Instructions
- 1
Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- 2
Toss with olive oil, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 3
Arrange drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 18–20 minutes until skin is golden and meat is cooked through.
- 5
Toss slaw with a pinch of salt and spread on a plate.
- 6
Top with drumsticks, drizzle with chili oil, and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- large bowl
- paper towels
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