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Have you tried an air fryer yet? I recently started using one and I am obsessed! This air fryer roast chicken was finished in 40 minutes and I didn’t have to heat up the kitchen.

Air Fryer Roast Chicken recipe from Weelicious.com

This countertop kitchen appliance has been a godsend during the seemingly endless summer heatwave we’ve had here in Southern California.

Air Fryer Roast Chicken recipe from Weelicious.com

This whole airfried chicken is comforting, simple, and the skin is delectably crispy. Shred the meat and use it for a variety of dinners like Chicken Burrito Bowls, Chicken Lo Mein, or Asian Chicken Soup.

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Air Fryer Roast Chicken

This air fryer roast chicken was finished in 40 minutes and I didn't have to heat up the kitchen.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: African
Servings: 4
Author: Catherine McCord
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 1 whole 3-4 pound chicken
  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 lemon, cut in half

Instructions 

  • Rub the outside of the chicken with oil and salt, and stuff with the lemon halves. 
  • Place the chicken in the air fryer and cook at 350°F for 35-40 minutes. 
  • Allow chicken to rest 10 minutes before carving. 

Notes

*if juices don’t run clear, roast an additional 5-10 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 659mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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Updated June 23, 2025 and Published September 11, 2018 by Catherine McCord

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Catherine is a mama of three. A Kentucky girl living in California. Here’s what I know: all kids can be great eaters and mealtime must be easy. I create simple, healthy recipes the whole family will love.

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  3. i made this about a week ago with my new Philips xxl fryer and it came out raw on the inside! Kept putting it back but never fully cooked. was a 4 lb chicken. Wondering if the air fryer is defective?

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  7. More air fryer recipes please! I love your recipes, they are delicious and simple. Thanks a lot Catherine! ❤️

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