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Air Fryer Half Chicken

How to roast a half chicken in an air fryer.
Cuisine Global
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 265kcal
Author Eliza

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Half chicken broiler [Note 1]
  • ½ tablespoon light olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chicken seasoning optional
  • ½ salt and pepper [Note 2]

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 360°F (180°C).  
  • Pat chicken half dry. Rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper and other optional seasonig. 
  • Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to help prevent the chicken sticking. Cook chicken in air fryer for 15 minutes.
  • Flip the chicken over and cook in air fryer for another 15-20 minutes [Note 3]. 
  • The chicken is cooked if the juices run clear when you stick a knife in the thickest part. If you are unsure check with a meat thermometer - internal temperature needs to be at leaset 165°F (75°C). Air fry for additional 5 minute intervals if required.
  • Cover the chicken with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving. 

Notes

  1. Half a small broiler will be around 1½ lb. For a larger bird the cooking times will be longer [Note 3].
  2. If you are using chicken seasoning with salt in it then don't add any extra salt.
  3. It should take around 10-12 minutes per half pound in total, but cook times will depend on how thick your half chicken is and how powerful your air fryer is.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Protein: 37g | Fat: 13.5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 275mg