Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer
Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer delivers tender, succulent meat under a crisp, golden skin, infused with the resinous aroma of rosemary, sage, and oregano. It’s an impressive yet fuss-free centerpiece perfect for weeknight dinners or a relaxed weekend meal, offering herb-laced juices and crackling texture in every bite.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 76 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.04 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Pat the chicken dry, inside and out, with paper towels. Remove the giblets, trim any excess fat, and discard.
- 2
Tie 4 sprigs rosemary, sage, and oregano together with string to make an herb bundle about 1/2-inch in diameter. Set aside.
- 3
Combine the salt and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon of the seasoning mixture inside the chicken cavity and place the herb bundle inside.
- 4
Gently loosen the skin over the breasts and thighs. Insert 1 teaspoon butter and 1 sprig of rosemary under the skin of each breast and thigh. Using your fingertips, rub butter all over the chicken skin, and place any extra butter inside the chicken cavity.
- 5
Sprinkle the remaining seasoning mixture over the entire chicken. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast-side down.
- 6
Air-fry at 370 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 45 minutes. Using tongs, carefully flip the chicken breast-side up, and continue air-frying until the skin is crisp and brown, 15 more minutes.
- 7
Tent aluminum foil over the chicken and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of one thigh should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). If needed, return it to the air fryer and cook in 5-minute increments until the safe temperature is reached.
- 8
To serve, remove the herb bundle and carve.
- Calories 269.14 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 47.49 g Good Source 95%
- Carbohydrate 2.37 g 1%
- Total Fat 8.13 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.76 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 166.16 mg High 55%
- Sodium 431.54 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 1.12 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 0.03 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 26.9 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.49 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 24.38 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 33.06 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 1.06 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer is made with 7 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Dried Sage, Fresh Oregano, and Fresh Rosemary. Each serving provides about 269.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Dried Sage, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Rosemary, Salt. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 269.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 7 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer healthy?
- Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 269.14 calories and 47.49 g of protein, or 95% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 431.54 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.76 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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