Some days you want a proper roast without turning the kitchen upside down. This chicken goes straight into the air fryer, needs very little attention, and still comes out juicy with crisp skin.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes
Total Time
About 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings
4
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it on a board.
- Rub the skin all over with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Gently press the crushed garlic under the skin where you can, without tearing it.
- Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity.
- Put the chicken breast-side down in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 180°C / 356°F for 30 minutes.
- Turn the chicken breast-side up and cook for another 25 minutes, until the skin is golden and the juices run clear.
- Rest the chicken for 10 minutes before carving.
Typical Mistake to Avoid
Don’t skip drying the skin. Moisture is the fastest way to end up with pale, soft skin instead of crisp, roasted results.
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