Crispy and Juicy Air Fryer Whole Roast Chicken
Crispy and Juicy Air Fryer Whole Roast Chicken
Effortless Air Fryer Whole Roast Chicken Recipe for Home
This is an easy-to-follow recipe for making a whole roast chicken in your air fryer. Achieve a perfectly crispy exterior and incredibly juicy interior right in your kitchen. Simple ingredients transform into a feast for the senses.
Main Ingredients- 1 Whole Chicken (approx. 800g)
- Herb salt, to taste
- 1 Tbsp Butter
Optional Add-ins- 10 cloves Garlic
- 1 Sweet Potato (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 Lemon (juiced or thinly sliced)
- 10 cloves Garlic
- 1 Sweet Potato (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 Lemon (juiced or thinly sliced)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the whole chicken by removing any giblets and excess fat. Rinse it thoroughly under cold running water. Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels. Then, using a fork or skewer, prick the chicken all over, especially the breast and thigh areas, about 20-30 times. This crucial step allows the seasonings to penetrate deep into the meat, ensuring a more flavorful and tender result.
Step 2
Generously season the prepared chicken inside and out with herb salt. Gently rub the salt into the skin and cavity with your hands to ensure even distribution. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 40 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 3
Place the seasoned chicken into the air fryer basket, ensuring the breast side is facing upwards. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes. This initial cooking phase helps to start crisping up the skin to a lovely golden hue.
Step 4
After 10 minutes, the chicken should be starting to turn golden brown. Carefully use tongs to flip the chicken over. It’s best to have the legs facing upwards for the next stage of cooking.
Step 5
With the chicken flipped, continue to air fry at 180°C (350°F) for another 10 minutes. This ensures that all sides of the chicken cook evenly.
Step 6
Flip the chicken once more using tongs. Cook for an additional 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F). This final flip helps to achieve an extra-crispy skin texture.
Step 7
Now, flip the chicken again. Arrange the optional ingredients around the chicken: 10 whole garlic cloves, the sweet potato cut into roughly 1-inch pieces, and half a lemon (juiced or sliced). Dot the butter (1 tablespoon) over the chicken. Continue to air fry at 180°C (350°F) for another 10 minutes. (*Note: The lemon, garlic, and sweet potato are optional and can be omitted or substituted with other vegetables if desired.)
Step 8
After a total of 40 minutes of air frying at 180°C (350°F), your whole roast chicken should be perfectly cooked through, with succulent juices locked inside. Cooking times and temperatures may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and the size of the chicken. To check for doneness, insert a skewer or fork into the thickest part of the thigh; the juices should run clear.
Step 9
Congratulations! Your delicious Air Fryer Whole Roast Chicken is ready. Enjoy the crispy skin and tender, juicy meat. It’s best served hot and is a wonderful meal for the whole family.
