Description
Transform your dinner into a delightful feast with this Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe. Enjoy golden, crispy skin and juicy, tender meat that will impress family and friends alike. With minimal cleanup and customizable seasonings, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Get ready to savor a deliciously satisfying meal that’s quick and easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken, then season it generously with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place the chicken breast side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 30 minutes.
- Flip the chicken breast side up and cook for an additional 25-30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving to ensure juicy meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 140mg