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Best Juicy Indian Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters

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Best Juicy Indian Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters - These air fryer chicken leg quarters make an easy and perfect weeknight dinner recipe. This recipe is great for picky eaters. The chicken quarters are crisped to perfection on the outside with tender meat on the inside. Made with Indian Spices, this recipe is easily adaptable.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 396 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Chicken Quarters

Marinade Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Oil Vegetable, Corn or Sunflower
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste Puree
  • 1 tsp Ginger Paste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Paste
  • ½ Lemon Juice Only
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
  • ½ tsp Chilli Flakes
  • Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Wash and trim excess fat from the raw chicken leg quarters and pat the chicken dry with paper towel. Make 2 slits in each quarter.
  • Place in a bowl and then add all the ingredients for the marinade. Rub into the chicken and set aside for 30 minutes. 
  • Spray the air fryer basket with a little oil. Place chicken skin side up in the air fryer basket and air fry at 200 C/400 F for 15 mins. Then flip and air fry for a further 10 - 15 minutes.
    TOP TIP- The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 74 C - 85 C/165 F - 185 F. Cook time may vary between air fryers. The best way to know that the chicken is done is to check the internal temperature before serving.
  • If you have a smaller air fryer, continue with remaining chicken until all the chicken is cooked.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips to make Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Quarters

  • Let the chicken rest after cooking. This means you will eat it at its juiciest!
  • Flip chicken a midway so it turns golden brown all over.
  • Meat Thermometer - Cook chicken leg quarters until internal temperature reaches 74 C - 85 C/165 F - 185 F. I like to cook till it is at 80 C.
  • Leave the skin on for best flavour.
  • Marinate for 30 minutes for the best flavour. If you are in a rush, marinade for 10 minutes.
  • Cook Chicken in a Single layer so air can circulate around the chicken.
  • Cooking time may vary between air fryers. The second batch also always cooks quicker! If in doubt, use an instant-read thermometer.
  • Make cuts in the Chicken legs if the legs are super thick.

How To Store Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

How To Reheat Chicken Quarters

You can reheat them in the air fry them for a 4 - 5 minutes at 180 C/350℉ until warm.
From frozen, you will need to cook for a few minutes longer.

Variations 

Here are a few ideas to change things up:
Use your favourite Spice Blend, Seasoning Mix or Chicken Seasoning. Even BBQ Sauce works well.
Adjust Spices according to your preference. 
Use Lemon Pepper seasoning instead.

How to serve

Serve these Chicken leg quarters alongside a crispy Salad, Veggies, Jeera Rice or The BEST Crunchy Beef Roast potatoes.

FAQ's

How long does it take to cook chicken quarters in the Air Fryer?

This really depends on the size and thickness of the chicken. 
Around 30 minutes is needed to cook them all the way through. 
Check that the internal temperature in the thickest part of the meat reaches 74 degrees C - 85 degrees C/165 degrees F - 185 degrees F.

Can I cook frozen Chicken Leg Quarters in the Air Fryer?

Yes you can but it will take longer - around 40 minutes to cook. 

What is a Chicken Leg Quarter?

A Chicken leg quarter is the chicken thigh and chicken drumstick in one piece.

Are Chicken Leg quarters Healthy?

Though not as lean as Chicken Breast, Chicken leg quarters are pretty healthy when eaten as part of a balanced diet.

Why should you Air fry Chicken legs?

Air fryers are basically small convection ovens which move hot air rapidly around the chicken. So you get juicy chicken leg quarters.

Nutrition

Calories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 24gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 405mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 506IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 2mg
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