Juicy roasted chicken for the whole family
Chicken roasted in the air fryer is one of those recipes that can easily become part of your everyday menu. It’s a great way to prepare chicken for a family meal or to meal-prep for the week ahead. Here are the top tips for guaranteed success:
- Use a smaller chicken (up to 1.6 kg): larger ones won’t fit in the Tefal Easy Fry air fryer basket.
- Pat the chicken completely dry before cooking: this ensures the skin gets truly crispy.
- Don’t forget to flip the chicken during cooking: do this in the last 10 minutes to get an evenly golden crust
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving: this keeps it juicy and allows the flavors to come together beautifully.
What to serve with roasted whole chicken
There are plenty of side dishes that go well with chicken. You can choose potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or anything else you like. Since we prepared it for St. Martin’s Day, we chose the following:
- Braised Red Cabbage with Apples
- Oven-baked Red Cabbage
- Mlinci (Baked Noodles)
- Baked Potato Wedges
- Autumn Panzanella Salad
- Buckwheat Stir Fry with Vegetables
- Roasted Butternut Squash with Pancetta and Chestnuts
Storing and freezing
This air fryer chicken can be stored in two ways — in the refrigerator or the freezer.
If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before serving, reheat the chicken in the microwave or in a pan.
You can also freeze the cooked chicken. Store it in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to one month. Before serving, let it thaw at room temperature, then reheat it in the microwave or in a pan.
How to make Crispy Air Fryer Whole Chicken at home (video)
Check out this short video to make preparing the dish at home even easier.
Next, try these whole chicken recipes
- Roasted Stuffed Whole Chicken
- Grilled Whole Chicken
- Roasted Half Chicken
- Perfect Crispy Roast Chicken
- Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Pear
- Whole Roasted Chicken with Chai
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METHOD
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preparation
Pat the room-temperature chicken dry with a paper towel. Flatten the top slightly with your hand, as shown in the video. Place the lemon and garlic inside the cavity. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine to give the chicken a nicer shape.
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season
In a bowl, mix together the oil and all the spices. Use a brush to evenly coat the chicken.
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cook
Place the chicken in the air fryer basket. Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 50 minutes, turning the chicken during the last 10 minutes. Check that it’s fully cooked by inserting a thermometer into the thickest part — it should read 65°C (150°F). Set it aside for 10 minutes to rest. Carve and serve with your chosen side dish.
