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Kalbi Chicken Legs in Air Fryer

Deliciously marinated chicken legs cooked to perfection in an air fryer, inspired by Korean kalbi flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken legs skin-on preferred

Method
 

Prepare Marinade
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Add chicken legs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
Cook Chicken
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. Remove chicken legs from the marinade and shake off excess. Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.

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