Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
246 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken
Description
The recipe begins with preparing a spice rub that combines dried oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic granules, onion powder, salt, and pepper mixed with olive oil. Most of this rub is massaged thoroughly onto a whole chicken, coating the skin evenly to impart herbal and smoky undertones when cooked. The chicken is placed breast side down in the air fryer and cooked at 190°C (375°F) for 20 minutes, then flipped and coated again with the remaining spice mixture before continuing to cook for an additional 20-30 minutes.
This two-step cooking process allows the chicken skin to crisp evenly and seals in moisture for tender, juicy meat. The method requires a chicken size appropriate for the air fryer basket to ensure proper air circulation. The seasoning combination provides a balanced flavor with smoky paprika and fragrant herbs that complement the roasted chicken taste.
Resting the chicken before slicing lets the juices redistribute, keeping the meat flavorful and moist. Optional additions like stuffing lemon inside the bird or adding cinnamon to the rub can be used for more aromatic variations. This recipe is convenient for those wanting a classic roast chicken flavor using an air fryer appliance instead of a traditional oven.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg chicken whole
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper ground
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the herbs, spices and oil.
- Pour about ¾ of the spice mixture over the chicken. Use your hands to rub it all over the chicken, coating all parts.
- Put the chicken, breast side down, into your air fryer.
- Cook at 190°C/375°F for 20 minutes.
- Flip the chicken over. Pour the remaining rub mixture over the chicken breast.
- Cook for a further 20-30 minutes.
Notes
- Choose a chicken size that fits comfortably in your air fryer basket for even cooking.
- For very large chickens, roasting in the oven with the same spice rub may be preferable.
- Adding half a teaspoon of cinnamon to the spice mix gives a warm, subtle flavor variation.
- Stuffing a halved lemon inside the chicken before cooking adds a gentle citrus aroma to the meat.
- Always let the chicken rest after cooking before carving to keep it moist and juicy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 69mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 572IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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