Whole Roasted Chicken
Yes, you can roast an entire chicken in your air fryer. This is a fantastic way to cook chicken because it prevents the meat from drying out.
PREP TIME 10 mins
COOK TIME 50 mins
MAKES 1 chicken
SERVING SIZE ¼ chicken
2 tsp ground paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
3lb (1½kg) whole chicken
1. Set the air fryer temp to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Use a pastry brush to brush the chicken with the mixture until well coated.
3. Place the chicken breast side down in the fryer basket and cook for 40 minutes. Flip the chicken over and cook for 10 minutes more. Check for doneness by ensuring the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and no pink sections are visible.
4. Transfer the chicken to a platter. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Tips For an extra juicy chicken, marinate the whole chicken in 2 cups of buttermilk overnight in the fridge. Separate and store the cooked chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.
NUTRITION PER ¼ CHICKEN:
422 CALORIES
27g TOTAL FAT
0g NET CARBS
41g PROTEIN
1g DIETARY FIBER
Whole Roasted Chicken