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Home » Healthy Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken [4 Ingredients]

Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken [4 Ingredients]

Last Updated January 29, 2023. Published January 29, 2023 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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This air fryer roasted whole chicken is tender, juicy, and so easy to cook. It only takes an hour to make, but it’s restaurant quality. 

Overhead view of a roast chicken on a plate with a lemon slice, next to a kitchen towel and a knife

There aren’t many foods that are as good as a well made roast chicken. And this air fryer roasted whole chicken might be the best roast chicken I’ve ever had.

This recipe has everything you could possibly want out of a roast chicken: the meat is moist and tender, the skin is crispy, and the flavors explode in your mouth.

But the best part is that it only uses 4 ingredients, requires barely any work, and only takes an hour to make. It’s a perfect meal for any occasion.

I love to serve this air fryer roasted whole chicken as the star of a meal, but it’s also a great way to cook up a chicken for other recipes, like sandwiches, tacos, and soups. Whatever you do with it, this is some of the best chicken you’ll ever eat. 

Close up of a roast chicken on a plate with a lemon slice

Why Make Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken? 

This is one of my favorite recipes for a reason, and I’m guessing it will be one of your favorites, too. Here are some of the reasons why.

  • It only uses 4 ingredients. I know we’re all tired of making elaborate grocery runs and tearing apart our spice cabinet just to make a meal, so don’t worry: this recipe only has 4 ingredients. What could be more straightforward than that?
  • It’s super cheap. Buying a whole chicken is a great way to save money, as it’s almost always a better price than when you buy breasts or thighs separately. If you’re looking to save money on protein, I definitely recommend buying whole chickens. 
  • Super easy, and no planning. This recipe really couldn’t be any easier. It only takes an hour, and you’ll only spend a few minutes in that hour actually working! It also requires no planning. You don’t need to make anything in advance, or let anything sit for a long time. If you have the ingredients, then you’re good to go.
Overhead view of the labeled ingredients for air fryer roasted chicken: a bowl with a whole, raw chicken, a bowl of avocado oil, a jar of sprinkle seasoning, and a measuring spoon of sea salt, next to some lemon slices

Ingredients Needed

Here are all the ingredients that you need to make this air fryer roasted whole chicken. Make sure to check out the recipe card at the bottom of the page to find the exact amounts for each ingredient. 

  • Whole chicken – Make sure to purchase a chicken that will fit in your air fryer. I like to use young hens.
  • Sea salt 
  • 24 herb sprinkle seasoning – This spice mixture has 24 different herbs and seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, and sage. It’s my go-to for this recipe (and many others), but you can also use the spice blend of your preference. Just make sure it’s salt-free, or adjust the salt in the recipe.
  • Avocado oil – If you don’t have avocado oil, you can use other types of oil. Check out my list of the best oils for air frying.

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken

Here’s how to make this juicy and tender chicken. It’s so easy!

  • Dry the chicken. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel or a kitchen towel. 
  • Season the chicken. Add the salt, 24 herb sprinkle seasoning, and oil to a bowl, then add the whole chicken. Rub the mixture over the chicken until it’s evenly coated. 
  • Cook one side. Place the chicken breast side down in the air fryer, then turn it on to 350F (there’s no need to preheat). Cook the chicken for 10 minutes for every pound of bird. 
  • Flip. Flip the bird over so the breast side is up. 
  • Keep cooking. Air fry the chicken at 400F until the skin is brown and crispy, and the bird is cooked all the way through. This should take 10-15 minutes.
  • Rest. Remove the lid from the air fryer, and let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Four pictures with numbers: first, a raw whole chicken in a mixing bowl with seasonings; second, a season raw whole chicken in an air fryer basket; third, a roast whole chicken after being flipped in an air fryer basket; and fourth, a roast whole chicken in an air fryer basket

Tips and Variations

Here are a few tricks, tips, and variations to try when making this moist roast chicken recipe.

  • Make sure to remove the innards. Most whole chickens come with the innards inside the cavity. The innards will be detached from the chicken, and usually in a plastic bag. Make sure to remove them before cooking the chicken. You can cook the innards, feed them to your dog, or throw them away. 
  • Season under the skin. For added flavor, and to help keep the chicken moist, I like to make sure that I season the chicken breasts in between the meat and the skin. The skin should peel back enough that you can get your hands underneath it to season the meat. Season the inside of the cavity, too. 
  • Get creative with the seasonings. I think the 24 herb sprinkle seasoning is perfect for this air fryer roast chicken recipe, but feel free to get creative. You can use your own seasonings, or add to the mixture depending on what herbs and spices you prefer. 
  • Let it rest. This recipe calls for you to let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before eating it. That’s so the bird can reabsorb some of its juices, which is what makes it tender and juicy. If you cut the chicken immediately after cooking it, many of the juices will run out, and you’ll be left with a dry and less flavorful piece of meat. Make sure to rest the chicken at least 5 minutes, but preferably 10-15 minutes. 
  • Save the carcass. After I cook a whole chicken, I love to save the whole carcass. You can add it to a pot with a few vegetables and some water, and have a super easy chicken stock. 
A season roast chicken on a plate with a lemon slice

What to Serve with Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken

I love to serve this chicken as a main course along with some traditional sides. Here are a few of my favorite things to serve with crispy-skinned air fryer chicken.

  • Air Fryer Green Beans
  • Creamed Spinach
  • Pressure Cooker Cabbage
  • Air Fryer Broccoli
  • Cauliflower Mash

How to Store and Reheat

You can keep leftover air fryer chicken in the fridge for 3 days, as long as you store it in an airtight container. Reheat in a 400F oven for 15 minutes.

Can I Freeze This Recipe?

Absolutely! Put the roast chicken in an airtight container, and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. 

More Air Fryer Roasted Chicken Recipes to Make

Here are a few other air fryer roast chicken recipes to try.

  • Air Fryer Roasted Chicken Wings
  • Roasted Chicken Legs in the Air Fryer
  • Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs

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Air Fryer Roasted Whole Chicken

This air fryer roasted whole chicken recipe uses only 4 ingredients, and only takes an hour to make. It's juicy and tender with a crispy skin, and packed full of flavor.
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 50 minutes mins
Resting Time: 5 minutes mins
Ready in: 1 hour hr
Cuisine: American
Course: Dinner
Servings: 8
Calories: 284kcal
Author: Davinah
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Ingredients

  • 4 lb Whole chicken
  • 2 tsp Natural ancient sea salt
  • 2 tbsp 24 herbs sprinkle seasoning (salt-free)
  • 3 tbsp Avocado oil, or olive oil

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.
  • Add the sea salt, herb seasoning, and oil to a large bowl with the chicken. Then evenly coat the chicken with the seasoning and oil. I spread the rub on the inside cavity and underneath the breast skin.
  • Add the chicken to the air fryer cooking basket breast side down. Air crisp on 350F for about 10 min per pound (for a 4-pound chicken that’s 40 minutes).
  • Use tongs to flip the bird. I clamp the tongs between the center and the back to not break the breast side skin.
  • Air fry at 400F for 10-15 more minutes to get the skin brown and crispy, and to cook the chicken through.
  • Let the chicken rest in the air fryer for another 5 minutes with the lid open.

Recipe Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days, or in the freezer for 3 months. Reheat in a 400F oven for 15 minutes. 

Nutrition Details

Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 658mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutrition facts come from entering the recipe ingredients into Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. They may vary for any recipe based on the exact product used. The keto sweeteners I use have 0g net carbs & are not included because sugar alcohols do not impact most people. This is provided as a courtesy, but you can do your own calculations if you wish!

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  1. Nancy Sproull says

    December 9, 2023 at 5:59 pm

    5 stars
    We have been searching for the perfect roast chicken recipe and we have found it!!! This is just perfect! We added a little herbes de province, and some fresh rosemary and thyme, but all else the same. The perfect amount of salt, but not too much, and OH so crispy and good!!!! I can’t imagine anything better! Try it!!

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    • Dr. Davinah's Eats Team says

      February 1, 2024 at 7:16 pm

      Thrilled to hear you found the perfect roast chicken recipe! Your additions of herbes de province, rosemary, and thyme sound delicious. It’s wonderful that it turned out just right with the perfect balance of salt and crispiness. Thanks for sharing your experience, and I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

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