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Juicy air fryer whole chicken cooked to perfection with crispy skin.
Serine Milo

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

A simple and flavorful air fryer recipe for a perfectly roasted whole chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 whole chicken 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional: feel free to substitute with rosemary or oregano)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt and pepper to taste (about 1 teaspoon each)
  • 1 slices Fresh lemon slices (optional, for stuffing)
  • to taste Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme (optional, for stuffing)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
  2. Rinse your whole chicken inside and out, then pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and thyme.
  4. Rub this flavorful mixture all over the chicken, ensuring you get every nook and cranny and inside the cavity.
  5. If desired, stuff the cavity with lemon slices and additional fresh herbs.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken breast-side down in the air fryer basket.
  2. Cook at 360°F (180°C) for 30 minutes.
  3. After 30 minutes, flip the chicken over so that the breast side is facing up.
  4. Continue cooking for another 20-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  5. When done, carefully remove the chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spices to your personal taste or add in any favorites you have on hand. You can marinate the chicken a day ahead for deeper flavor.

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