Description
This air fryer whole chicken is juicy, tender, and perfectly crispy on the outside. It’s an easy and delicious way to make a whole chicken in less time than traditional roasting methods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 lemon, halved
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This helps to get a crispy skin.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, including inside the cavity. Make sure to get under the skin as well for maximum flavor.
- Place the lemon halves inside the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast side down. Cook for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, flip the chicken breast side up and cook for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when checked at the thickest part of the thigh.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
- You can use any combination of herbs and spices that you prefer.
- If your air fryer is smaller, you may need to cook the chicken in batches or use a smaller chicken.
- The cooking time may vary based on the size of your chicken and the model of your air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 1
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 100
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