Air Fryer Whole Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
444 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Description
The Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe uses a whole chicken around 3.5 to 4 pounds, prepared by drying the skin and seasoning with a blend of kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried thyme. Coated with olive oil, the chicken is air fried first breast-side down at 350°F for 30 minutes, then flipped and cooked for another 20-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. This method provides a balance of crispy skin and moist meat without traditional oven roasting.
Resting the chicken for 10 minutes after cooking allows juices to redistribute, resulting in tender slices. The drippings can be saved for cooking vegetables in the air fryer for additional flavor. Adjust leg position if the chicken is too large to fit, and ensure all giblets are removed before cooking.
This approach suits cooks with a compatible air fryer who want an evenly cooked whole chicken with less oven time and a clear cooking process controlled by internal temperature checks.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken 3 ½ to 4 pounds, whole
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Chicken Seasoning (or use 1 tbs prepared chicken seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅙ teaspoon thyme dried leaves
Instructions
- Ensure the cavity of the chicken is empty and dab the skin dry.
- Rub the skin with olive oil and sprinkle with seasoning.
- Place the chicken breast-side down into the air fryer basket. Turn the air fryer on to 350°F.
- Cook for 30 minutes, flip the chicken over and cook for 20-30 minutes or until an instant read thermometer reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the air fryer and rest 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
- Confirm the whole chicken fits inside your air fryer basket; press or untie legs if needed.
- Remove all giblets from the cavity before cooking; save them for gravy if desired.
- Use preferred seasonings; fresh garlic may burn in the air fryer.
- Check internal temperature early to avoid overcooking; target 165°F for doneness.
- Use chicken drippings to cook vegetables in the air fryer while the chicken rests for added flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 444 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25of a whole chicken | |
| Calories | 444 | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 360mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 293IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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