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Air Fryer Whole Chicken on a plate
Andrew Fowler

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken about 3 lbs, giblets removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Check chicken fits an 8-quart or larger air fryer at least 1 inch from element. Pat dry inside and out; do not rinse. Preheat to 360°F for 3 minutes.
  2. Rub oil, salt, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, and pepper over bird, including back and leg folds. Tuck wing tips beneath shoulders.
  3. Air fry breast-side down 30 minutes. Carefully turn breast-side up with sturdy tongs and wide spatula.
  4. Cook 25 to 35 minutes more until thickest breast and innermost thigh each reach at least 165°F, without touching bone. If needed, loosely cover dark patches with small secured foil.
  5. Rest uncovered 10 minutes; carve into 4 portions.