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Air fryer whole chicken on a white platter surrounded by fresh rosemary and thyme.
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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

This Air Fryer Whole Chicken has juicy and tender meat on the inside and crispy browned skin on the outside. A delicious, hassle-free dinner!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 (3 to 4 pound) whole chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Stir together Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Remove the giblets from the cavity of the chicken (if they are present). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Rub the olive oil over the skin of the chicken, then rub all over with the seasoning mixture.
  • Place the chicken breast side down in your air fryer basket.
  • Cook at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 30 minutes, OR UNTIL a temperature of 165 degrees F is reached in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast.

Notes

  • Be sure to choose the right size chicken for your air fryer. Ensure that your air fryer is large enough to accommodate the size of the chicken. The air will need adequate room to circulate around the chicken. My air fryer is 5.8 quarts, and I cooked a 3 ¼ pound chicken.
  • Once cooled, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.