Ingredients
Directions 10 steps | 515 Minutes
Make the brine. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, garlic, salt, sugar, smoked paprika and black pepper.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Make the brine.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125725/recipes/DSCF0670_613900dc7dd02.jpg)
Add the drumsticks, making sure that it is completely covered by the brine.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe:
Add the drumsticks, making sure that it is completely covered by the brine.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125785/recipes/DSCF0673_6139011893849.jpg)
Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125801/recipes/DSCF0676_61390128d5139.jpg)
When ready to air fry, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and pepper to taste.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: When ready to air fry, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and pepper to taste.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125822/recipes/DSCF0662_6139013d30c01.jpg)
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Remove the drumsticks from the brine and pat away excess brine.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe:
Preheat air fryer to 400°F.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125854/recipes/DSCF0678_6139015e1946e.jpg)
Coat the drumsticks with avocado oil.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Coat the drumsticks with avocado oil.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125865/recipes/DSCF0680_61390168652f6.jpg)
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the drumsticks. Sprinkle on salt to taste.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the drumsticks.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125880/recipes/DSCF0683_613901781e4e0.jpg)
Place drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to fry the drumsticks in two batches.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Place drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125917/recipes/DSCF0687_6139019c5bd85.jpg)
Air fry the drumsticks for 20-25 minutes, rotating the drumsticks halfway through cooking. Drumsticks should be golden brown and the internal temperature should be at least 165°F.
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Air fry the drumsticks for 20-25 minutes, rotating the drumsticks halfway through cooking.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631125933/recipes/DSCF0691_613901ad309c9.jpg)
Serve immediately with any side you desire. Enjoy!
![Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe: Serve immediately with any side you desire.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631126027/recipes/DSCF0696_6139020a22ab0.jpg)
Notes:
Sweet or hot paprika may be substituted for smoked paprika if desired.
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