Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken

This is a must have…must try…just a must! A whole rotisserie chicken done in just 1 hour! That’s shorter than waiting for one at the grocery store. Ya’ll, The skin comes out so crispy and perfect, while the inside remains moist and juicy.

I also love making Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken because it feeds the entire family, plus leftovers for lunch. You’ve definitely gotta give this one a try. I used Springer Mountain Farms Whole Chicken. It always cooks up moist and crispy. If you haven’t tried their chicken yet, that is even more of a reason to think about giving it a try. You must see the difference for yourself. Find the full recipe below.

For a delicious meal that's as old-fashioned as this recipe, pair this roated chicken with mashed potatoes and veggies, and enjoy a sweet treat like these banana chocolate chip gluten free muffins for dessert!

Ingredients

• salt
• chili powder 
• onion powder 
• garlic powder 
• cumin 
• thyme 
• oregano 
• Dan's seasoning 
• black pepper 
• olive oil 

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Wash and pat dry your chicken. 

Mix all seasonings together. Coat chicken on both sides with olive oil.

First, Sprinkle seasoning on both sides of chicken.

Then, Place chicken breast side down in air fryer.

Next, Air fry on 350° for 30 minutes.

After that, Flip and air fry for another 20 to 30 minutes. I will also start to check the oven more frequently at this point.

Finally, Temperature of chicken should be 165, with a probe thermometer in the thickest section, upon finishing. 

Substitutions

• Chicken - instead of a whole chicken, sub chicken pieces
• Seasonings - use your favorite seasoning blends in the same quantities listed above

Air Fryer Variations

• Spicy - add chili pepper flakes or chili oil to seasonings
• Thai Curry - omit seasonings and rub chicken with 3 TBS thai curry paste and serve with coconut rice
• Mediterranean - omit seasonings and rub chicken with 3 TBS each of tahini and Za'atar seasoning

Equipment

An air fryer is recommended for this recipe, but you can certainly use your oven. Place chicken on a roasting rack to allow for air flow circulation, and use convection at 25 degrees lower, if possible.

Storage

Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken leftovers may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Top Rotisserie Tip

Always remove cooked meat from the bone prior to storing to avoid a "gamey" flavor. For example, leftover chicken is perfect for making chicken salad, or adding to your favorite wrap. You can also use leftovers for soup. Occasionally, I will give a bit of leftover protein to my furry family members, however, be careful as this could lead to dangers for some animals.

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Food safety

Be extra careful when handling raw chicken to avoid around other foods to avoid cross contamination and potential food borne illnesses. Always cook chicken to recommended temperature below, and measure with a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the thigh and breast.

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.