Easy Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Using an air fryer to cook a whole chicken is the way to go. You'll end up with super crispy skin on all sides and even the white meat stays tender and juicy. Don't skip the resting step as this allows the juice to absorb back into the meat.


Recipes · Meat and Poultry · Chicken · Whole Chicken Recipes


Prep Time: 10 mins
Fry Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 25 mins
Rest Time: 10 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning

  • 2 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons paprika

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 (5 pound) whole chicken, giblets removed


Directions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.

  2. Whisk olive oil, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, paprika, and salt together in a small bowl.

  3. Pat chicken dry using paper towels. Brush spice mixture over entire chicken, including underneath the wings.

  4. Place chicken in the basket of the air fryer breast side down; cook, undisturbed, for 45 minutes. Carefully flip the chicken over using tongs; cook until an instant-read thermometer reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Remove chicken to a cutting board; let rest for 10 minutes.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
34 Calories
4g Fat
1g Carbs
0g Protein


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