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Air Fryer Whole Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe delivers a perfectly cooked, juicy chicken with crispy skin using a quick and convenient air frying method. Seasoned simply with olive oil, kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme, this approach ensures a flavorful meal in just over an hour without heating up the oven.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (3 ½ to 4 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅙ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Ensure the cavity of the chicken is entirely empty. Using paper towels, dab the skin dry to remove any excess moisture which helps achieve crispy skin during cooking.
  2. Season the chicken: Rub the entire surface of the chicken with olive oil to coat evenly. Sprinkle the kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried thyme leaves all over the skin, making sure it is well seasoned on all sides.
  3. Place chicken in air fryer: Position the chicken breast-side down into the air fryer basket. Preheat the air fryer or set it to 350°F before starting.
  4. Cook the chicken: Cook the chicken for 30 minutes at 350°F. After 30 minutes, carefully flip the chicken over to breast-side up and continue cooking for an additional 20 to 30 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast to ensure the internal temperature has reached 165°F, indicating it is fully cooked.
  5. Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and tender chicken when carved.

Notes

  • Make sure the chicken is completely dry before applying oil and seasoning to get crispy skin.
  • Seasoning measurements can be adjusted to taste.
  • Flipping the chicken halfway through cooking ensures even browning on all sides.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm doneness; undercooked chicken is unsafe to eat.
  • Resting after cooking is important for juicy meat.

Find it online: http://evelynscooking.com/air-fryer-whole-chicken-recipe/