Looking for an easy way to prepare a Sunday-worthy roast chicken without having to turn on the oven for hours? A whole chicken in the air fryer is the perfect solution. Thanks to hot air cooking, you get a perfectly golden and crispy skin, while the meat remains tender, juicy, and full of flavor.
This recipe is perfect for a family meal, a weekend lunch, or even for preparing several meals in advance. With just a few ingredients and very little preparation, your air fryer does almost all the work.
Discover how to successfully cook a whole chicken in the Air Fryer every time with this detailed recipe, as well as our best tips for a restaurant-quality result.
Why cook a whole chicken in an air fryer?
In recent years, the Air Fryer has become a must-have in many kitchens. It allows for quick cooking while using very little fat.
For a whole chicken, the advantages are numerous:
- A very crispy skin
- Tender and juicy meat
- It cooks faster than in a traditional oven.
- Little oil needed
- Reduced energy consumption
- Very little cleanup after cooking
The result is a golden, fragrant and tasty chicken that appeals to both adults and children.
The ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 whole chicken weighing 1.6 to 1.8 kg
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil or melted butter
- 1 and a half teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme or Italian herbs...
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