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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Updated: August 8, 2023 / Published: June 22, 2023 By Ilona This website contains affiliate links. Read Privacy Policy.

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Air Fryer whole chicken that is juicy and has crispy skin same as rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. This air fryer roast whole chicken will be perfect for weeknight dinner.

Air Fryer whole chicken.

Air fryers have become all the rage in recent years, and for good reason. They provide a healthier alternative to traditional deep-frying methods while still delivering crispy and delicious results. But did you know that air fryers can also cook up a whole chicken with ease? That’s right! Say goodbye to the hassle of roasting in the oven or grilling on the barbecue. This recipe is quick, easy, and sure to satisfy your taste buds. Learn how to make the perfect air fryer whole chicken, complete with tips and tricks for juicy meat and crispy skin every time.

Air Fryer Whole Chicken Recipe

Texture: meaty, chewy.
Taste: salty, savory.
Simplicity: easy to prepare, marinate the chicken and cook in Air Fryer.
Meal Type: meal prep, dinner,

Ingredients Needed

Whole raw chicken, spices, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, oil.
  • Whole Chicken – raw whole chicken, if used frozen thaw before marinating.
  • Oil – canola, avocado, sunflower oil etc., for extra moisture.
  • Soy Sauce – low sodium or regular soy sauce for the flavor.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar – to make tender meat and give extra sour/sweet flavor.
  • Lemon Juice – to tenderize the meat.
  • Mustard Powder – for flavor.
  • Garlic Powder – or pressed fresh garlic can be substituted.
  • Paprika – sweet paprika for color and flavor.
  • Chili Powder – to add extra spiciness to the meat.
  • Salt – Sea salt, Himalayan, table salt or any other preferred.
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How to make Air Fryer Whole Chicken

  1. (Full recipe and video below). In a medium bowl make marinate: mix oil with soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, mustard powder, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, paprika and chili powder.
  2. Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  3. Air fry for 45-55 minutes at 360 F (this is the Air Fryer I recommend: Secura Air Fryer) start cooking breast down for about 30 minutes, then flip and cook remaining time.
Marinating poultry.

Whole Chicken in Air Fryer Tips

  • You should marinate your chicken for at least 1 hour. However, it is the best to marinate overnight, just keep it in airtight container in the fridge.
  • You need to cook whole chicken breast down first for 30 minutes. After that, flip it, breast up, this way the chicken breast will not be burnt.
  • Are you looking for Air Fryer? I recommend this Secura Air Fryer that I use it all the time. It is large 5.3 QT and it fits all the food nicely. For other smaller meals I recommend Gourmia Air Fryer. Specifically in this one you won’t fit the whole bird. However, you can use it for smaller meals.
Air fryer roast chicken.

Air Fryer Roast Chicken Faq’s

  • How long should I air fry a whole chicken? You should air fry whole chicken for approximately 45 – 55 minutes, cook it breast down for 30 minutes then flip it. It also depends how big is your chicken, larger chicken will cook longer.
  • Can you put raw chicken in an air fryer? Yes, you can put raw chicken in the Air Fryer.
  • What size air fryer do you need to cook a whole chicken? The size of air fryer it should be approximately 5 QT, so the whole bird will fit nicely in the basket.

Other Meat Dinner Ideas

  • Chicken Marsala
  • Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
  • Sheet Pan Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
  • Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
  • Paprika Slow Cooker Roast Chicken
Roast Chicken in air fryer basket.

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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Marinated with spices whole chicken cooked in air fryer.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time55 minutes mins
Marinate1 hour hr
Total Time2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 713kcal
Author: Ilona

Ingredients

  • 4 lb. whole chicken (approx. 3-5 lb – 5.5 lb)
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • 2 tsp. mustard powder
  • 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • In a rage bowl mix the marinate: combine oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, mustard powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder and salt.
    2 Tbsp. oil, 2 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp. lemon juice, 2 tsp. mustard powder, 2 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. sweet paprika, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1/2 tsp. salt
  • Spread the marinate all over the chicken. Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    4 lb. whole chicken
  • Place chicken in the air fryer basket, breast down. Set temperature for 360 F and cook for 30 minutes, after this time flip the chicken breast up, cook for additional 15 – 25 minutes until fully cooked. Check with instant thermometer, it should read 165 F.

Equipment needed

  • Secura Air Fryer or
  • Ninja Foodi
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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Notes

  • You should marinate your chicken for at least 1 hour. However, it is the best to marinate overnight, just keep it in airtight container in the fridge.
  • You need to cook whole chicken breast down first for 30 minutes. After that, flip it, breast up, this way the chicken breast will not be burnt.
  • Are you looking for Air Fryer? I recommend this Secura Air Fryer that I use it all the time. It is large 5.3 QT and it fits all the food nicely. For other smaller meals I recommend Gourmia Air Fryer. Specifically in this one you won’t fit the whole bird. However, you can use it for smaller meals.

Nutrition

Calories: 713kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 58gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 227mgSodium: 661mgPotassium: 635mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 693IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 3mg
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Update Notes: The recipe was originally posted in June 2021, it was updated with new tips and video in May, 2023.

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  1. Loren

    September 1, 2021 at 10:34 PM

    5 stars
    Looks appetizing, It looks exactly the same i’ve tried.

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