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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

The air fryer whole chicken is perfectly cooked with a crispy skin and tender & juicy meat. Every time the whole chicken turns out absolutely perfect & delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 2799 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2.65 lbs chicken
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • salt to taste
  • chopped coriander

Instructions
 

  • Wash and pat dry the chicken with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Make slits in the chicken breast to ensure it cooks evenly.
    2.65 lbs chicken
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
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  • Place the chicken in a large bowl and brush it with oil. Make sure the chicken is completely covered in oil.
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  • After that, rub the skin, the area under the skin over the breast meat, and the cavity with some of the spice mixture.
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  • Preheat your air fryer at 180C/355F for 5 minutes.
  • Because the air fryer basket is hot, place the chicken in it carefully. Don’t burn yourself.
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  • Cook the whole chicken in the air fryer at 180C/355F for 50 minutes, or until it is fully cooked. To ensure an evenly cooked result, flip the chicken after halfway through cooking.
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  • Before serving, let the chicken rest for 15 to 20 minutes. By doing this, the chicken meat will have time to absorb the juices before being sliced.
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  • Enjoy a slice of your favorite part.
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Nutrition

Calories: 2799kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 310gSaturated Fat: 91gPolyunsaturated Fat: 69gMonounsaturated Fat: 137gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 255mgSodium: 1745mgPotassium: 25mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 281IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.2mg
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