Nutrition Facts for Paleo crispy air fried chicken legs

Paleo Crispy Air Fried Chicken Legs

Get ready to savor the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with these Paleo Crispy Air Fried Chicken Legs! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried oregano, these chicken legs are coated in a wholesome almond flour and arrowroot powder mixture, delivering irresistible crunch without any breadcrumbs. The magic happens in the air fryer, where the chicken gets beautifully golden and crispy in just 25 minutes—no deep frying needed! This quick and easy recipe is not only Paleo-friendly but also gluten-free and low-carb, making it suitable for a variety of diets. Serve these juicy chicken legs alongside fresh veggies or a crisp salad for a flavorful and healthy meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:25 mins
Total Time:40 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 8 pieces Chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 cup Almond flour
  • 0.5 cup Arrowroot powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This helps the coating stick better and ensures a crispy finish.

Step 3

In a large bowl, coat the chicken legs with olive oil, making sure each piece is evenly coated.

Step 4

In a separate large bowl, mix together the almond flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken leg in the flour mixture, ensuring it's completely covered. Gently shake off any excess coating.

Step 6

Place the coated chicken legs in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket. Be sure not to overcrowd; you may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

Step 7

Air fry the chicken legs at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispness.

Step 8

Check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the chicken legs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides like steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1464.6g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2930.0
Total Fat 181.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 907.0mg 0%
Sodium 3254.9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.3g 0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g 0%
Total Sugars 3.7g
Protein 189.7g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 375.3mg 0%
Iron 16.7mg 0%
Potassium 1924.6mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%
Protein: 25.8%
Carbs: 18.7%