Make the best air fryer whole chicken – extra crispy skin on the outside, juicy and well-seasoned on the inside. This air fryer chicken recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas or your Sunday table!
About Time
- Prep Time 15 mins
- Cook Time 1 h
- Resting Time 10 mins
- Total Time 1 h 25
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 1.5–2 kg)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
Instructions:
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and oregano.
- Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, including inside the cavity.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
- Place the chicken breast-side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 30 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 25–30 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes, then carve and serve.
Result: Crispy skin outside, juicy and tender inside. Perfect for a quick homemade roast chicken 🍗✨
