Make a whole chicken in the air fryer with this easy recipe and simple seasonings. This rotisserie air fryer chicken is infused with paprika, onion powder, garlic and thyme. An entire air fryer rotisserie style chicken in about an hour!
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make whole chicken in the air fryer
You might have wondered, is it possible to make a whole chicken in the air fryer?
Yes, and it’s delicious! Air fryer chicken is so yummy.
So juicy and tender, making your own rotisserie style chicken couldn’t be easier.
Rub it down with oil, season it well (I like this blend of seasonings), then fry it in the air fryer, turning it halfway through cooking. Cooking a whole chicken in the air fryer actually comes out better than any rotisserie I’ve ever purchased.
ingredients
Only a few simple seasonings and oil are needed to make this tender, juicy chicken.
instructions
Wondering how to cook an entire rotisserie style chicken in the air fryer? Follow these simple steps!
Prep
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°.
- Wash the chicken and remove the neck and gizzards. Pat dry.
Rub the olive oil over the entire chicken
Combine the dry ingredients and rub over the chicken
Equipment needed: air fryer, Ninja or Instant Pot Air Fryer
expert tips
Follow these expert tips for the perfect air fryer rotisserie style chicken recipe.
- Some prefer to keep their chicken flavors simple: salt, pepper and squeeze of lemon juice is enough. It’s your preference, so add or omit any seasonings.
- Make sure you have a large enough air fryer or choose a smaller chicken.
how long to cook a whole chicken in air fryer
Cooking times for a whole air fryer chicken depend on the weight of the chicken and your brand of air fryer. Your thermometer should read at least 160 degrees F when the chicken is fully cooked.
cooking times may vary
Follow these cook times depending on your chicken’s size:
| 4-pound chicken | 5-pound chicken | 6-pound chicken |
| 20 minutes at 350° flip 25 minutes at 350° Total Time: 45 minutes | 25 minutes at 350 flip 30 minutes at 350° Total Time: 55 minutes | 30 minutes at 350 flip 35 minutes at 350° Total Time: 65 minutes |
I prefer a smaller, more manageable chicken for air frying. You should have no trouble if using a larger air fryer or Instant Pot.
Pro Tip: Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness so you don’t overcook the chicken. Make sure you insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the breast or leg.
FAQ
how to keep chicken from burning in air fryer
A bit of blackening is normal, but if your chicken is overcooking in the air fryer, here are a few steps to prevent a burnt chicken:
- top it with aluminum foil
- reduce the temperature setting until the last 20 minutes of cooking
storing chicken leftovers
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
what to serve with a whole chicken
If you’re wondering what to serve with a whole chicken, try these awesome side dish ideas.
- vegetables, like corn or roasted potatoes
- dinner rolls
- garlic bread or cornbread
Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Equipment
- large air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken 4-6 lb recommended, giblets/neck removed, patted dry
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground pepper
- ½ tsp thyme dried, ground
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning optional
- 1 juice of lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°.
- Wash the chicken and remove the neck and gizzards. Pat dry.
- Rub the olive oil over the entire chicken.
- Combine the dry ingredients and rub over the chicken.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and place it in the air fryer.
- Set at 350° for 30 minutes.
- Flip the chicken over and continue frying for an additional 30 minutes. Check the chicken with a meat thermometer once it has been cooking for 50 to 55 minutes. (Meat thermometer should read 160°.)
- Remove the chicken and let it rest and the temperature will go up to 165°.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Some prefer to keep their chicken flavors simple and salt, pepper and squeeze of lemon juice is enough. It’s your dinner, so add or omit any seasonings you prefer.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness so you don’t overcook. Make sure you insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the breast or leg.
- Make sure you have a large enough air fryer or choose a smaller chicken.
Nutrition
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