Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Make an entire whole chicken in the air fryer in about an hour. Easy rotisserie style chicken right at home in no time!
Servings 8
Calories 245kcal
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
Storage
- 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
Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 359mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 514IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg