Air Fryer Whole Chicken
This easy and healthy air fryer whole chicken recipe has crispy skin and juicy, tender meat. You only need a few ingredients and minimal effort to roast a whole chicken in your air fryer.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 476kcal
Ingredients
- 1 small whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Spice mix
- 1 ½ teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Remove any giblets from inside the chicken and rinse it under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the spice mix and avocado oil.
- Rub the chicken with the mixture, making sure to coat all sides evenly.
- Place the chicken breast side down in the preheated air fryer basket or tray.
- Cook the chicken for 30 minutes, then flip it over to finish cooking and ensure even browning.
- Continue cooking the chicken for an additional 15-30 minutes, depending on its size and weight. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness - the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer. Tent it with foil and let it rest for 20 minutes before serving. The chicken will continue to cook and reach 165°F while resting.
Notes
Be sure to choose a whole chicken that is small enough to fit comfortably in your air fryer.
Substitute your favorite spice blend for the spice mix if you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1006mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg
