Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken leg quarters (approx. 1 lb / 450g each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano

Instructions:

  1. Pat the chicken skin completely dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.
  3. Rub the olive oil over each piece of chicken, then apply the seasoning rub generously, ensuring it gets under the skin where possible.
  4. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer; cook in batches if they don't fit in one layer.
  5. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 12–15 minutes.
  6. Flip the quarters using tongs and increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C); cook for another 15–20 minutes, until the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove the chicken when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
  8. Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.