Ninja Foodi Grill Chicken Drumstick Recipe

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The Ninja Foodi Grill is used to perfectly grill these flavorful Lemon Pepper Chicken Legs, which are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

*Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. For dietary advice, speak to a registered dietitian.

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Lemon Pepper Chicken Legs 🔗

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Prep: 5min

Total: 40min

Serving Size: 1

Nutrition Facts: calories 1349 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 901 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 67 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 171 grams protein, Saturated Fat 18 grams saturated fat, servingSize 1, Sodium 892 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Trans Fat 0 grams trans fat, unSaturated Fat 41 grams unsaturated fat

Ingredients:

  • 8-10 Chicken Legs
  • Mrs. Dash Garlic and Herb seasoning – Sprinkled on
  • Garlic Salt – Sprinkled on
  • Garlic Powder – Sprinkled on
  • Seasoned Pepper – Sprinkled on
  • 1 Lemon – washed and dried and half squeezed on the chicken legs and half sliced and laid on legs
  • Olive Oil Cooking Spray

Instruction:

  1. Place the Chicken Legs in the Ninja Grill –  and lightly spray with the Olive Oil Cooking Spray. 
  2. With a sharp knife, cut a slice in the side of the Lemon, and squeeze the Lemon Juice directly onto the Chicken Legs. 
  3. Sprinkle with the Mrs. Dash, Garlic Salt, Garlic Powder, and Seasoned Pepper. 
  4. Slice the Lemon, and lay the slices on top of the Chicken legs. 
  5. Press the Grill button, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. When the Ninja Grill beeps, let the Chicken Legs sit for about 10 minutes, without opening the lid to the grill.  
  7. After 10 minutes, open the lid to the Grill, and with tongs, place the Chicken Legs on a platter, and lay the Lemon slices around the platter. 
  8. Serve, and Enjoy! Makes 4 – 5 servings (2 legs each serving)

FAQ

How do you cook drumsticks in Ninja Foodi?

Use the Air Crisp setting on 400 degrees for the Ninja Foodi or 400 degrees on other fryers to cook the chicken for 12 to 15 minutes per side. Place the drumsticks on the cooking basket, which is known as the “Cook & Crisp” basket in the Ninja Foodi.

How long does it take to grill chicken legs in a Ninja Foodi?

Slice the Lemon and place the slices on top of the Chicken Legs. Press the Grill button. Wait for the Ninja Grill to beep. Leave the Chicken Legs alone for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle the Chicken Legs with Dash, Garlic Salt, Garlic Powder, and Seasoned Pepper.

How do you cook chicken in a ninja Foodi grill?

The ideal grilling time for almost any recipe for perfectly succulent chicken drumsticks is between 25 and 30 minutes. Overcooking can char and dry your meat, but you want to make sure you don’t undercook poultry either.

How long does it take to grill drumsticks?

The ideal grilling time for almost any recipe for perfectly succulent chicken drumsticks is between 25 and 30 minutes. Overcooking can char and dry your meat, but you want to make sure you don’t undercook poultry either.

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