Last updated on December 18th, 2023 at 01:40 pm
Discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect union of crispy perfection and succulent tenderness with this air fryer whole chicken recipe. Unleash the full potential of your air fry range with these step-by-step instructions and unravel the magic that transforms a simple whole chicken into a crispy sensation that will undoubtedly become the star of your kitchen. Air fryer Rotisserie chicken in the Air Fry range is perfect for the holidays or Sunday night dinner with the whole family.
This Air Fryer Chicken recipe was inspired by my other Full-Size Air Fry Range recipes and goes perfectly with Crispy Homemade Air Fried French Fries, Air air-fried broccoli, and Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.
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Ingredients:
- 4-5 lb. Whole fryer chicken
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Black pepper
- Onion powder
- Granulated garlic or garlic powder
- Italian blend seasoning
- Sea salt
- Smoked paprika
Air Fry Range
This recipe is specifically intended for full-size ovens with an air fry feature like the Frigidaire Air Fry Range or Samsung Range With Air Fry. The cook times and temperatures for the range with air fry may vary from smaller countertop air fryers. Follow the recipes below for complete instructions. For small air fryers cooking time and temperatures may need to be adjusted. Check out the full reviews for the Frigidaire Air Fry Range and the Samsung Range with Air Fry for more information.
Equipment Needed:
Instructions
- Select the Air Fry function on the oven.
- Set the temperature to 350° and allow to pre-heat for 10-15 minutes.
- Cover a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil and place the wire rack or air fryer basket on top.
- Mix the spices in a small bowl and set it aside.
- Place the chicken on a cutting board and pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- Using your hands or a silicone basting brush cover the skin in extra virgin olive oil.
- Cover the whole outside of the chicken with the seasoning rub and gently rub the spices into the skin.
- When the chicken is seasoned place it on top of the wire rack on the prepared baking sheet chicken breast side up.
- Place the chicken in the oven in the third rack position. (or the designated rack for your air fry range)
- You may need to remove an oven rack to allow for the height of the chicken.
- Set a timer for 60 minutes.
Air Frying Time
After 60 minutes check the internal temperature of the chicken with a digital meat thermometer. Insert the temperature probe into the thickest part of the breast but don't touch any bones. Move the instant read thermometer probe around and check multiple places around the chicken breast. Continue to air fry until the internal temperature reaches 165°. For a 5-pound chicken, this may take up to 120 minutes. For best results check the temperature of the chicken every 20 minutes to avoid overcooking and drying out the chicken. The total air frying time will depend on the size of your chicken.
If you are unsure how long to cook chicken, please refer to this chart for safe minimum cooking temperatures.
At the end of the cooking time or the internal temperature reaches 165° carefully remove the baking sheet and allow the chicken to rest for 10-15 minutes before cutting it up.
Air Fried Vegetable Side Dishes
While you let the chicken rest make an easy vegetable side dish like Air Fried Broccoli, Air Fried Cauliflower, or Air Fried Red Potatoes, or Air Fried Brussels Sprouts to go with the chicken.
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Recipes To Make With Leftover Chicken
Leftover chicken can be used in so many delicious ways:
- Buffalo Chicken Salads
- Chicken Flautas
- BBQ Chicken
- Chicken Tacos
- Chicken Salad
- Chicken Noodle
Storage
Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Or freeze in Souper Cubes for another quick lunch or dinner.
Recipe Variations
- Cooking Oil- Avocado oil and EVOO are both good choices for air frying because they have a high smoking point.
- Spice Blend- Customize the spice rub you use to your preferences. Use a BBQ Dry Rub or Italian Blend of spices for a different result.
Frigidaire Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4-5 lb. whole fryer chicken
- 2-3 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp. Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp. Onion Powder
- 1 Tbsp. Granulated Garlic
- 1 Tbsp. Italian Spice Blend
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
- 1 tsp. Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven using the air fry function to 350°
- Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the wire rack on top
- Combine all the spices in a small bowl and stir to combine
- Pat the whole fryer chicken dry with paper towels
- Rub or brush EVOO all over the skin of the chicken
- Generously cover the chicken with the spice blend and rubbing it all over the chicken to coat
- Place the seasoned chicken on wire rack breast side up
- Place the chicken in the oven on the rack in the third postion
- Air Fry for 90-115 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°
Notes
Nutrition
The size of the chicken will determine how long you'll need to air fry it. For a 5-pound chicken, it can take around 2 hours to reach 165° internally.
Enjoy this whole rotisserie-style chicken as the main course or use the air-fried chicken to make soups, salads, enchiladas, etc.
Mari says
I'm really looking forward to trying this recipe in our new Frigidaire with Air Fryer setting! Do you find this makes a lot of smoke? Also, I plan on using the meat probe included with the oven. Do you leave that plugged in and inserted in the chicken for the whole cooking duration?