Description
This air fryer whole chicken is packed with irresistible flavor and requires minimal preparation. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for quick dinners or comfort food that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, 3 1/2 lbs to 5 1/2 lbs*
- 2-3 tbsp extra light olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, or kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Remove the neck and giblets from the chicken cavity and discard them. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels for crispiness. Rub olive oil all over the skin. In a small bowl, mix the seasonings and sprinkle them over the chicken.
- Place in air fryer: If the chicken is over 4 lbs, remove the air fryer basket rack. Put the chicken breast-side down in the basket to keep the breasts juicy.
- Cook: Set the air fryer to 350°F. Cook for 30 minutes, then flip the chicken breast-side up using tongs and a spatula. Continue cooking for 15-35 minutes until a thermometer reads 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thighs.
- Rest: Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before carving to redistribute the juices.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, ensure the chicken is completely dry before rubbing with oil and seasonings.
Adjust cooking time based on the size of the chicken; larger chickens may take longer to cook through.
Letting the chicken rest is key for juicy meat, so don’t skip this step.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg