Easy Air Fryer Whole Chicken
The easiest air fryer whole chicken recipe flavored with fresh garlic, lemon and herbs delivers crisp, juicy chicken every time.
Servings 6
Calories 282kcal
Ingredients
- 3 lb (1.5kg) whole chicken giblets removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 4 garlic cloves crushed
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Make the seasoning oil by finely mincing the garlic and herbs.
- Combine in a small bowl with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, a few teaspoons of salt and a generous pinch of pepper then rub over the chicken.
- I like to loosen the skin over the breasts and drumsticks and rub some of the oil over the meat too.
- Remember to also season the cavity of the chicken - you could even add half of a lemon and a few sprigs of herbs to the inside cavity for extra flavor.
- Place the chicken in the basket of your air fryer, breast-side down, then air fry at 350°F/180°C for 30 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 20-30 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden and the meat is cooked.
- Remove from the air fryer and allow to rest for at least 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 853mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
