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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Tender, juicy whole chicken with crispy, golden skin made easily in the air fryer using simple rotisserie-style seasonings. A fast, flavorful dinner perfect for weeknights or Sunday supper.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole whole 4–5 pounds, giblets removed
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 whole whole halved
  • 1 small Onion halved

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer 5–6 quart recommended
  • 1 Meat Thermometer For doneness
  • 1 Cutting Board For carving
  • 1 Chef’s Knife For carving

Method
 

  1. Prep the Chicken - Remove giblets and neck from the chicken cavity. Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Stuff the Cavity - Place the halved lemon and onion inside the cavity of the chicken.
  3. Season the Chicken - Rub olive oil all over the outside of the chicken. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub seasoning evenly over the entire chicken.
  4. Air Fry – First Side - Place the chicken breast-side down in the air fryer basket. Cook at 360°F for 30 minutes.
  5. Flip & Finish Cooking - Carefully flip the chicken breast-side up. Continue cooking at 360°F for another 25–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the breast.
  6. Rest & Carve - Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 225gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 0.5gVitamin A: 520IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

  • Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F before serving.
  • Chicken size may affect cook time, larger birds may need an extra 5–10 minutes.
  • For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken very dry before seasoning.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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