Keto Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks w Zucchini Pancakes Recipe

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Keto Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks w Zucchini Pancakes
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Description

Imagine biting into a perfectly crisp, golden-brown chicken drumstick, the skin crackling with each mouthful. This recipe achieves that satisfying crunch entirely in the air fryer. Plump chicken drumsticks, skin intact, are generously coated with a vibrant, homemade spice blend, massaged in with a touch of olive oil.

The air fryer works its magic, circulating hot air to create a "fried" effect without the need for excessive oil. The result? Drumsticks that are irresistibly crispy on the outside, while remaining wonderfully juicy and tender within.

The spices meld together during cooking, creating a rich, aromatic crust. A luscious honey mustard spread adds a touch of sweetness and tang, caramelizing in the air fryer to an even more delectable glaze. Alongside the chicken, enjoy simple and wholesome zucchini pancakes.

Freshly grated zucchini is combined with a few carefully selected ingredients to create the ideal vegetable side dish, also cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer. These pancakes offer a delightful counterpoint to the richness of the chicken, adding a touch of lightness to the meal. Feel free to adjust the spice rub to your liking, experimenting with different combinations to create your own signature flavor.

Whether you prefer a fiery kick or a more mellow profile, the possibilities are endless. Consider the salt content of any pre-made seasoning blends you use, and adjust the overall salt accordingly. If you are sensitive to spice, you may omit cayenne pepper.

To enrich your meal further, consider increasing the amount of honey mustard spread. Basting the chicken with extra spread during cooking will enhance the crispiness and add a delectable layer of flavor. Alternatively, try serving the zucchini pancakes with a dollop of sour cream or a tangy mayonnaise for added richness and flavor.

This versatile recipe is perfect for meal prepping or simply enjoying a satisfying, low-maintenance dinner.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
50 min
Total Time
1 h 5 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 Drumstick w 2 Pancakes serving
C
Calories
500 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
5 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
45 g

C
Fats
35 g
Saturated Fats 8 g
Unsaturated Fats 22 g

Cholestrol 150 mg
Sodium 400 mg
Potassium 600 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Salt
    Salt
    1 tsp
    2.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.5 tsp
    3.
    Paprika
    Paprika
    1 tsp
    4.
    Cayenne
    Cayenne
    0.25 tsp
    5.
    Oregano, dried
    Oregano, dried
    0.5 tsp
    6.
    Parsley, dried
    Parsley, dried
    1 tsp
    7.
    Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.25 tsp
    8.
    Cumin, ground
    Cumin, ground
    0.25 tsp
    9.
    Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    0.5 tsp
    10.
    Chicken Dark Meat Drumstick Only Enhanced Raw
    Chicken Dark Meat Drumstick Only Enhanced Raw
    1.5 lb
    11.
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tsp
    12.
    Butter, unsalted
    Butter, unsalted
    1 tbsp
    13.
    Honey mustard sauce
    Honey mustard sauce
    1 tsp
    14.
    Zucchini
    Zucchini
    6 oz
    15.
    Parmesan cheese, fresh (hard)
    Parmesan cheese, fresh (hard)
    2 tbsp, grated
    16.
    Cheddar cheese, natural
    Cheddar cheese, natural
    2 tbsp, shredded
    17.
    Raw egg, white
    Raw egg, white
    1 large
    18.
    Salt
    Salt
    1 tsp
    19.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.5 tsp
    20.
    Scallions
    Scallions
    1 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

    1.
    Start by combining salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne, oregano, parsley, onion powder, cumin, and garlic powder in a small dish to make your drumstick seasoning. At your discretion, you can alter, add, or omit ingredients to or from the listed spices to your liking. If you use any seasonings that include salt, reduce how much initial salt you use. Set your spice rub aside and arrange drumsticks that weigh approximately 6 ounces each on a large, clean plate.
    2.
    Use your hands to rub olive oil into the skin and flesh of all the chicken drumsticks. Then, rinse your hands and sprinkle your spice rub over the chicken. Again, use your hands to rub the spices into all the skin and flesh from top to bottom. Continue sprinkling the seasoning and rubbing it into the drumsticks until it 's all used up. Make sure to pull the skin on your drumsticks up over the flesh so it cooks to extra crispy later on.
    3.
    If you have time available, it 's recommended you cover and marinate your drumsticks in your refrigerator for at least 4 hours or as long as overnight. However, you can continue to cook the drumsticks immediately if you wish. Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees, and cook the drumsticks for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, microwave the butter in a small dish until melted, and then mix mustard into it until the ingredients emulsify. Brush the buttery mustard over the chicken drumsticks in a thin layer, and return them to your air fryer to cook for 15 minutes or until done.
    4.
    While the drumsticks are in the air fryer, you can prepare the zucchini pancakes. Shred a zucchini squash using a cheese grater. Use your hands to squeeze the excess water out of the zucchini shreds (as much as you can) before adding the shreds to a mixing bowl. Fill the bowl until it equals the weight of zucchini listed in the ingredients. Mix the dehydrated zucchini shreds with all the remaining ingredients until you have your zucchini pancake mixture. Set this aside until your air fryer is available to use after the drumsticks finish cooking.
    5.
    Leave the finished drumsticks aside to rest while the zucchini pancakes cook. If necessary, line your air fryer trays with parchment paper so any liquid from the mixture doesn leak. Scoop the zucchini mixture into 2-tablespoon portions, flattening them into pancakes on the air fryer trays. If you have one, you can use a #40 scoop to do this step. Heat your air fryer to 350 degrees this time, and cook the zucchini pancakes for approximately 22 minutes. The edges will be extra crispy and dark, and the cooled pancakes should remove from the parchment paper or tray easily.