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whole chicken in air fryer recipes

whole chicken in air fryer recipes for a juicy feast

A simple and delicious recipe for cooking a whole chicken in an air fryer.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the olive oil all over the chicken.
  4. Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Season the chicken with the spice mixture, covering all sides.
  6. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast side down.
  7. Cook for 30 minutes.
  8. Flip the chicken to breast side up and cook for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Cooking times may vary based on the size of the chicken.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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