🦌 Game
Air Fryer Rabbit with Classic Herbs – Quick and Juicy Recipe
Tender and flavorful rabbit cooked in an air fryer with a blend of herbs and spices. A quick recipe, perfect for a special dinner.
🥘 Ingredients
whole rabbit (approx. 1.3–1.8 kg), cut into pieces — 1 (3–4 lbs)
olive oil — 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
garlic powder — 1 teaspoon (5 g)
onion powder — 1 teaspoon (5 g)
sweet paprika — 1 teaspoon (5 g)
dried thyme — 1 teaspoon (5 g)
salt — to taste
black pepper — to taste
fresh herbs (rosemary, parsley) for garnish (optional)
👨🍳 Steps
1Rinse the rabbit under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into serving pieces (legs, back, ribs).
2In a bowl, mix olive oil with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3Add rabbit pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight in the refrigerator.
4Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
5Place rabbit pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overlapping. Cook in batches if necessary.
6Air fry for 25–30 minutes, turning pieces halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 71°C (160°F).
7Remove rabbit and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with your favorite side.
🛒 Shopping List
1 whole rabbit (approx. 1.3–1.8 kg / 3–4 lb), cut into pieces; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried thyme; salt to taste; black pepper to taste; optional fresh herbs (rosemary, parsley) for garnish