Air Fryer Small Whole Chicken Recipe

 

Air Fryer Small Whole Chicken Recipe

 

 

Crispy skin and juicy meat seasoned simply--this is now the simplest and fastest Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe to roast a dinner in under an hour!

 

                       

 

 

 

Ingredients

 

• 1 small whole chicken:: about 3-4 lbs

• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ dried thyme or rosemary: optional

• Lemon slices or fresh herbs - optional to garnish.

 

Instructions

 

1. Prep the Chicken

 

• Dry with paper towels. For crispy skin, this is very important, using that step.

• Apply to all sides: olive oil or melted butter.

• Rub seasoning all over using a mixture of garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs.

 

2. Preheat air fryer

 

• Set at 360°F (180°C), preheat for 3 minutes.

 

3. Cook the Chicken

 

• Place the chicken breast side down in the air fryer basket.

• 30 minutes into cooking, the chicken should be flipped over and cooked for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, until the thickest part of the breast reaches an average internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C ).

 

4. Rest and Serve

 

• Let it rest 5 to 10 minutes before carving.

• Serve with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

 

 

 

                        

 

Pro Tips

 

• Extra crispiness: Brush with butter during the last 5 minutes.

• Flavor boost: Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, or herbs before cooking.

• Meal prep tip: The next day, use the leftovers for amazing wraps or salads.