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A whole, golden-brown air fryer chicken seasoned with herbs and spices, presented on a white plate.

The Ultimate Air Fryer Chicken Recipes Guide for Beginners

This guide provides a simple recipe for beginners to cook a whole chicken in an air fryer, resulting in a crispy and juicy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2.5 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 whole chicken about 5 pounds, giblets removed

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients. Preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, paprika, and salt.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Brush the spice mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get some under the wings.
  4. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast side down. Cook for 45 minutes without moving it.
  5. Carefully flip the chicken over using tongs. Continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), which should take about 20 more minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken from the air fryer to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Notes

This recipe is a great starting point for beginners. You can adjust the seasonings to your preference. Ensure your air fryer is preheated for the best results.

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