Easy Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Whole cooked chicken cooked in the air fryer with golden crispy skin, sliced and served on a bed of fresh parsley on a white plate.

4.78 from 9 reviews

Easy Air Fryer Whole Chicken

This Air Fryer Whole Chicken is so easy to make! Roasted chicken that's tender and juicy on the inside, with crispy skin, is totally irresistible. This guide for making the BEST whole chicken in the air fryer is one you'll use over and over again!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 11kcal

Author: Donya Mullins

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 4-5 pound whole chicken - inside packet removed
cooking spray
2 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
¼ - ½ Pepper
½ lemon - optional

Instructions

Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Lightly coat with cooking spray and sprinkle with Montreal Steak Seasoning and salt on all sides Place, breast side down, in the basket of Air Fryer. Set temperature to 360 degrees for 40 minutes.
Using tongs, turn chicken and continue to cook at 360 degrees for 15 minutes. Insert an instant-read thermometer. Chicken is done when the temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Let chicken rest for 15 minutes. Carve, drizzle with fresh lemon juice and serve.

Video

Notes

To prepare the chicken, remove any parts that may be in the cavity of the bird.
Use a meat thermometer: Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken, avoiding bone. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) to ensure it's cooked thoroughly.
After removing the chicken from the air fryer, let it rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist, flavorful, tender chicken.
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Leftover roasted chicken makes a terrific chicken salad, sandwich, chicken tacos, and it is great to use in soup.

Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

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