This recipe for flavorful Air Fryer Whole Chicken gives you perfectly cooked juicy chicken with crispy skin every single time. Learn how easy it is to make whole chicken in air fryer that’s ready to serve in under an hour!
You’ll also love Air Fryer Fried Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Breast and Air Fryer Chicken Tenders.
Suitable for Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Paleo and Keto dieters. Weight Watchers points included.
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So here is a confession. I am addicted to chicken recipes. This makes friends and family super happy since they get to eat chicken in this, that and every which way.
The latest way being juicy and succulent Air Fryer Whole Chicken with a super crispy skin to boot.
Just Like Rotisserie Chicken
It’s perfect store quality chicken that is juicy off the bone with crispy skin. If your family is like mine, they’ll be tearing the bird up and you’ll wonder if there will be enough for leftovers.
And they will love it just as much as this Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Breast, Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast, and Reheated Fried Chicken In Air Fryer.
And making whole chicken in the air fryer is a great weeknight, make ahead, meal planning to eat all week. Make Air Fryer Whole Chicken and you’ll get chicken salad sandwiches for lunch, chicken tacos for dinner and still have enough to make a chicken noodle soup.
If you’ve always wanted to make rotisserie style chicken at home you need to get an air fryer. I still loooooooooove roasting chicken but THIS Air Fryer Roasted Chicken recipe has me forgetting all about my oven. #sorrynotsorry.
Why You’ll Love It
- It requires 3 ingredients and minimal prep work.
- Flavour with seasonings you have in your pantry.
- Healthier and affordable meal loved by the whole family.
- It is great for make ahead eating, meal prep and freezer friendly.
Tools Needed
KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED
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Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.
Ready to learn how to make a whole chicken in Air Fryer? Gather your ingredients and let me show you how……
How to Make Air Fryer Whole Chicken
- Preheat the air fryer to 180C / 350F.
- Wash chicken and dry well. Coat entire chicken in dry rub and sprinkle with salt, if desired.
- Spray air fryer with cooking spray, place the chicken in breast-side down, and cook for 30 minutes.
- Turn over and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes, depending on the size.
- Let the Air Fryer Roast Chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Important Note: use a Meat thermometer to make sure the internal temperature of the chicken has reached at least is 165F / 76C before serving.
How To Make Instant Pot Whole Chicken
No air fryer? No worries! Check out my Instant Pot Whole Chicken post for all the information needed to make whole chicken Instant Pot style.
Make This In The Slow Cooker
Want to get a jump on dinner? Then check out my Crockpot Whole Chicken recipe to learn how easy it is to make delicious whole chicken n the slow cooker.
Recipe Tips
- Make sure your chicken is dry prior to adding the dry rub. Patting the washed chicken with paper towels will help keep the rub from slipping off.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to break the backbone to fit. When shopping, make sure you buy a whole chicken that will fit inside your air fryer.
- Start with the whole chicken breast side down to make it easier to close the air fryer.
- Make sure the entire chicken is coated in the dry rub.
- For the best results, let chicken rest for 15 minutes before you start carving.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, so it is important to always check your food for doneness.
Recipe Variations
You can season air fryer whole chicken in many different ways. Some delicious seasoning variations include:
Prep Ahead And Storage
- Prep Ahead – This recipe is so easy to make. Season the chicken ahead of time and just keep in the refrigerator until needed!
- Store – Store cooked meat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze – Follow the handy tips for how to freeze this;
- Transfer into these convenient Ziploc freezer bags.
- Squeeze out all the extra air and seal the bags.
- Label the bags and then lay them flat in the freezer.
- Store in the freezer up to 3 months.
- To make reheating easier, freeze in the right portion sizes that you need for the future.
- To Thaw – Remove the frozen chicken from the freezer the night before needed and let thaw in the fridge.
Meal Planning Ideas
Cooking a whole chicken in the air fryer is great for meal planning. There are so many ways to use it, but here are a few of my favorite air fryer chicken recipes;
FAQs
How Long To Cook Whole Chicken in Air Fryer?
Wondering how long to cook whole chicken in air fryer? Cooking time can be anytime between 45-60 mins depending on the size of the chicken.
Mine took 45 minutes and was 3.5 pounds (1.5kg). When cooking this for the first time, I recommend aiming for 45 minutes and then checking the internal temperature.
What is the Temperature for Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken?
The temperature for cooking the air fryer rotisserie chicken in this recipe is 350F /180C.
The most important thing is to make sure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F / 76C. Use a Meat thermometer for this.
RELATED : Air Fryer Chicken Recipes.
Why You Should Try The Air Fryer
Folks, if you have an air fryer it can do way more than just make frozen French fries crispy. Yeap, you can make all kinds of delicious food in the air fryer and sometimes even quicker than it would take in an oven or convection oven. For some recipes, the air fryer can cut the cooking time in half. #airfryerforthewin
Plus, very little oil is needed when cooking in your air fryer. We’re talking anywhere from just a light spray to a tablespoon. How is this possible? The air fryer uses a powerful fan to ‘fry’ your food. You’re eliminating the need for excess fat and calories when using an air fryer but not compromising on texture and flavor.
Serving Suggestions
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Weight Watchers Points
There are 7 Blue Plan Smartpoints in one serving.
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Originally published Oct 2018.
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Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Make juicy rotisserie style chicken with crispy skin in less than an hour.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Western
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 275kcal
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 350F / 180C.
Wash and pat the chicken dry. Cover entire chicken with dry rub, and sprinkle with salt if desired.
Spray air fryer with cooking spray.
Place chicken breast-side down and cook for 30 minutes.
Then flip and cook for an additonal 15-30 minsutes, depending on the size of your bird.
When internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165F / 76C, remove from air fryer and allow to rest before slicing.
Notes
- Make sure your chicken is dry prior to adding the dry rub. Patting the washed chicken with paper towels will help keep the rub from slipping off.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to break the backbone to fit. When shopping, make sure you buy a whole chicken that will fit inside your air fryer.
- Start with the whole chicken breast side down to make it easier to close the air fryer.
- Make sure the entire chicken is coated in the dry rub.
- For the best results, let chicken rest for 15 minutes before you start carving.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, so it is important to always check your food for doneness.
- Storage – keep cooked chicken in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days.
- There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
