Nostalgic Whole Roasted Chicken (Air Fryer)
Nostalgic Whole Roasted Chicken (Air Fryer)
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Recreate the beloved taste of old-fashioned whole roasted chicken from your childhood with your air fryer! This recipe delivers a golden, crispy exterior and a juicy, tender interior that’s perfect for the whole family. Infused with garlic herb salt and chicken powder for an irresistible flavor, this home-cooked chicken is as good as any specialty shop, made effortlessly with your air fryer. The delightful contrast between the savory crispy skin and the moist, tender meat will create an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether for a special occasion or a weekend treat, this old-fashioned whole chicken recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients- 1kg Whole Chicken (for roasting)
- 2 Tbsp Garlic Herb Salt
- 2 Tbsp Black Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Chicken Powder
- 3 Tbsp Olive Oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start with your whole chicken, intended for roasting. The one we’re using today is about 1kg, which is quite large. If the chicken is too big, it can be challenging to cook it evenly all the way through. For future attempts, consider using a slightly smaller chicken, like one meant for samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), or if using a large chicken, make a few strategic cuts to help the marinade penetrate better and cook more evenly. Alternatively, you can cook the exterior first, then dismantle the chicken and roast the pieces again.
Step 2
Carefully remove the fatty, oily sac near the tail end of the chicken, as this can sometimes cause an off-putting smell. Trimming this excess fat will result in a cleaner, more pleasant flavor.
Step 3
After trimming any unwanted parts, generously coat the entire chicken with olive oil. While we’re keeping the chicken whole for this recipe, making a few shallow cuts into the meat can help the seasonings penetrate deeper and ensure even cooking. If you prefer the classic whole chicken look, you can omit the cuts for now.
Step 4
Wearing disposable gloves, sprinkle the garlic herb salt and black pepper evenly over the chicken. Gently rub the seasonings into the skin and crevices, ensuring every part of the chicken is coated. This step is crucial for building flavor from the inside out.
Step 5
Finally, generously coat the chicken with chicken powder. This ingredient is key to achieving that signature crispy, almost fried texture reminiscent of traditional roasted chicken.
Step 6
Thread the seasoned chicken onto a skewer. Place the skewered chicken into the air fryer and cook at 200°C (392°F) for 20 minutes. Using a skewer helps the chicken rotate and cook more uniformly, keeping it moist.
Step 7
After 20 minutes, you should have a beautifully golden and crispy chicken! However, with a very large chicken, the thicker parts like the breast meat might not be fully cooked. If this happens, carefully remove the chicken, cut it into serving pieces, and return it to the air fryer for an additional 10 minutes at 200°C (392°F). This ensures the inside is perfectly cooked while the skin becomes extra crispy. The delightful combination of salty skin and tender, flavorful meat will transport you back to that authentic old-fashioned chicken taste. Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken!
