Air Fryer Whole Chicken Recipe
Easy whole chicken made in the air fryer with a simple spice rub. No brine needed, ready in about an hour, and the skin comes out crispy every time.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 3 to 4 pound whole chicken giblets removed and discarded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- To prep the chicken, allow it to come to room temperature for 30 minutes and pat it dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper, then use your hands to rub it all over the chicken, making sure to get underneath the skin as well.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350˚F and spray the basket with oil.
- Place the chicken breast side down and cook for 30 minutes, then flip and cook breast side up for 20-30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the breast reaches 165˚F.
- Rest the chicken for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Nutrition information uses a 4 lb whole chicken.
My Top Tip: Use an instant-read thermometer to gauge doneness. The timing in this recipe is a guide, not a guarantee. Air fryer models vary a lot, and so does the weight of the bird. The only reliable way to know it is done is to check that the thickest part of the breast reaches 165°F.
Storage: Remove the meat from the bones and place it in an airtight container. Keep it in the refrigerator. Enjoy leftovers cold, or reheat in the microwave. Save the carcass–it makes an excellent homemade chicken stock! Air fryer whole chicken will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Remove the meat from the bones and place it in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pound | Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 735mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 819IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 3mg
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