Pat chicken dry, inside and out, with paper towels. Remove giblets, trim away any excess fat, and discard. Show
Tie 4 sprigs rosemary, sage, and oregano together into an herb bundle with string. Bundle should be about 1/2-inch in diameter. Set aside. Combine salt and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon seasoning mixture inside the cavity of the chicken and place the herb bundle inside. Gently loosen the skin over the breasts and thighs. Insert 1 teaspoon butter and 1 sprig of rosemary beneath the skin of each breast and thigh. Using your fingertips, rub butter all over the skin of the chicken, and place any excess butter inside the cavity of the chicken. Sprinkle remaining seasoning mixture over the entire chicken. Place in the air fryer basket, breast-side down. Air-fry at 370 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 45 minutes. Using tongs, carefully flip the chicken, breast-side up, and continue to air-fry until skin is crisp and brown, 15 more minutes. Tent aluminum foil over the chicken and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of one of the thighs should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). If needed, return to the air fryer and cook in 5-minute increments until safe temperature is achieved. To serve, remove herb bundle and carve. Cook's Notes:This recipe was developed in a 5.3-quart capacity, nonstick, basket-style air fryer. A different air fryer style or capacity may yield different results. If desired, cooking spray may be used, prior to placing the chicken in the air fryer. You can use combination of fresh herbs, e.g. sage, rosemary, chives, oregano and/or thyme, whatever your family likes, 3 to 4 sprigs each. Use a generous 2 teaspoons total of dried herbs, or to taste, instead if desired. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving)638Calories46gFat0gCarbs53gProteinShow Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition FactsServings Per Recipe 8Calories 638% Daily Value *Total Fat 46g59%Saturated Fat 14g71%Cholesterol 221mg74%Sodium 443mg19%Total Carbohydrate 0g0%Dietary Fiber 0g0%Protein 53gPotassium 548mg12% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Juicy on the inside, incredibly crispy on the outside, yes, you can make a Whole Roast Chicken In The Air Fryer! That’s right, this Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe will be the ONLY Roast Chicken you will make over and over again! Incredibly easy, tender, juicy, loaded with flavor, perfect every single time! Plus, no mess and no splatters. The Best Air Fryer Whole ChickenForget the oven! This Air Fryer Chicken is perfect, you won’t miss your oven at all. Not only is this ideal for Sunday night supper, but it’s perfect for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. With a flavor-packed herb and garlic compound butter, this juicy roasted chicken that can rival any rotisserie chicken, will become a staple in your home. Roast chicken is a classic in my home and it makes an appearance on many Sunday night suppers. But besides my beer can chicken, this air fryer chicken has become my favorite way to cook a whole chicken. There are no rules when it comes to seasoning a chicken, so if you want to try something different from my compound butter, then by all means. Air Fryer Whole Chicken HighlightsAir frying has really changed my life. The more I use it, the more I realize just how amazing this appliance is. It’s prefect for roasting a whole chicken in just one hour and you end up with crispy skin on the outside yet juicy on the inside chicken every single time. As a matter of fact, the hardest thing of making this is making that compound butter, which is a must in my opinion. It flavors the chicken beautifully! Here are just a few reasons you should be making this roast chicken now. ✅ 10 MINUTE PREP TIME. That’s right, all you have to do is mix all the compound butter ingredients together then slather it all over the chicken including under the skin and inside the cavity. It’s so easy, even kids would have fun doing this. ✅ FASTER COOKING TIME, LESS MESS. Air fryers also speed up cooking time and because it’s a one-pot meal, the oils don’t splatter everywhere and leave a mess. ✅ SUPER CRISPY, EXTRA JUICY. The air fryer will give you extra crispy skin on the chicken, but will keep the flesh of this chicken tender and juicy. The compound butter helps to flavor the chicken and helps crisp up the chicken. ✅ DELICIOUS. Above all else, this chicken is delicious. The herb and garlic butter coats the whole roasted chicken beautifully, giving our bird rich and delicious flavors.Air Fryer Whole Chicken Recipe IngredientsThis delicious roast chicken starts with a lemon garlic compound butter made with butter, garlic, lots of lemon zest and some Italian seasoning. For maximum flavor, rub some of this delicious compound butter, not only on top of the skin but under the skin of the chicken, and even some inside the cavity.
How To Roast A Chicken In The Air FryerAs I mentioned before, there really is very little prep required to do, which is what makes this chicken so simple, because the air fryer does most of the work!
Air Fryer Whole Chicken FAQsHow Do I Know When the Chicken Is Done?I know you’ve seen me say this so many times before, but I can’t stress it enough; get yourself an instant read meat thermometer! It will change your life. You can use it for not just meats but baked goods as well. I like to take the temperature both at the thickest part of the breast, and at the thickest part where the drumstick and thigh meet the breast. Once the meat registers at 165°F, the chicken is all done. Can I Put An Air Fryer On The Countertop?Your air fryer should always be kept on a level, heat-resistant countertop and in order for the exhaust vent to operate properly, allow five inches of space behind the air fryer at all times.Can I Make This Roast Chicken In A Pressure Cooker/Instant Pot?Yes, absolutely! Check out my recipe with detailed instructions and step by step photos for Pressure Cooker Whole Chicken! Expert Tips And Tricks
How To Serve Roast ChickenOh the possibilities! So many different sides that go beautifully with this chicken. I served this chicken as seen in the photos with roasted root vegetables which was really yummy. Here are a few more favorites of mine:
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Juicy on the inside, incredibly crispy on the outside, yes, you can make a Whole Roast Chicken In The Air Fryer! That's right, this Air Fryer Whole Chicken recipe will be the ONLY Roast Chicken you will make over and over again! Incredibly easy, tender, juicy, loaded with flavor, perfect every single time! Plus, no mess and no splatters. US CustomaryMetric 4 Ingredients
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Nutrition InformationServing: 1servingCalories: 562kcal (28%)Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 31g (62%)Fat: 48g (74%)Saturated Fat: 22g (138%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 183mg (61%)Sodium: 700mg (30%)Potassium: 345mg (10%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 961IU (19%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)Calcium: 52mg (5%)Iron: 2mg (11%) © Author Joanna Cismaru Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations. Did You Make This?We love seeing what you made! Tag us on Instagram at @jocooks or hashtag #jocooks so we can see your creations! How long should you cook chicken in an air fryer?The amount of time it takes to cook chicken in an air fryer will vary based on the size of your chicken breasts.. Small Breasts (5 to 7 ounces): 7 to 10 minutes.. Medium Breasts (8 to 10 ounces): 10 to 12 minutes.. Large Breasts (11 ounces or more): 12 to 16 minutes.. What temperature do you cook chicken in the air fryer at?Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 370-degrees for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-8 minutes cooking time, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160-degrees on an instant read thermometer.
What size air fryer will fit a whole chicken?An air fryer basket within the 6- to 10-quart size range will provide enough room to roast a whole chicken, a whole pizza and pounds of finger foods.
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