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prep time
10 min
cook time
20 min
ready time
30 min
Keto Sweet and Spicy Air Fryer Drumsticks
This quick and easy Keto chicken recipe is simple to prepare, perfect for speedy weeknight dinners. Our low carb dinner recipe is made with sweet maple-flavored syrup, tangy lime juice, aromatic garlic powder, fiery chili powder, cayenne pepper, olive oil, and juicy chicken drumsticks. Once basted, the drumsticks are simply placed in the air fryer basket and cooked through until tender and golden.
Can I Oven Bake These?
We have cooked our Keto chicken drumsticks in an air fryer for speed and convenience. You can, of course, oven bake the chicken if preferred. Simply preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly oil a shallow oven tray. Arrange the coated chicken drumsticks across the oven tray and bake for 35 minutes or until completely cooked through and golden brown all over.
Serving Suggestions
These sweet and spicy Keto drumsticks make a delicious dinner option or can even be enjoyed cold as part of a low carb lunch. For lunch, why not serve the chicken with a hearty salad and a side of creamy low carb slaw? For dinner, the drumsticks are perfect with a portion of cauliflower rice or some Keto-friendly veggie fries. You will find a delicious range of low carb accompaniments in our sides section.
Net Carbs
2.5 g
Fiber
4.1 g
Total Carbs
15.8 g
Protein
22 g
Fats
11.5 g
236 cals
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Ingredients
Chicken drumstick, skin eaten
4 large
Maple Flavored Syrup
1 tbsp
Lime juice, fresh
2 tsp
Garlic powder
0.25 tsp
Chili powder
1 tsp
Cayenne
1 tsp
Salt, sea salt
0.5 tsp
Black pepper
0.13 tsp
Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
Recipe Steps
steps 3
30 min
Step 1
Add the olive oil, low carb syrup, cayenne pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper to a small bowl. Mix well to combine. You may adjust seasonings, adding more or less spices or flavorings as desired.Step 2
Add the chicken drumsticks to a large bowl. Drizzle over the spiced maple dressing. Mix well, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated all over in the flavorings.Step 3
Lightly oil the base of the air fryer basket. Arrange the coated chicken drumsticks in the basket of your air fryer. Set the basket in the air fryer base. Brush over any remaining dressing. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Set the timer for 20 minutes. Turn the chicken halfway through cooking. The meat should be entirely cooked through and golden on the outside.
