🍗 Chicken
Whole Chicken in Air Fryer (Ninja Foodi) – Juicy with Crispy Skin
A whole chicken cooked in the Air Fryer, juicy inside and crispy skin, perfect for a special dinner.
🥘 Ingredients
whole chicken (about 3.5-4 lbs) — 1
water — 1 cup (240 ml)
liquid smoke (optional) — 2 drops
butter — 4 tbsp (2 for brushing, 2 for sauce)
paprika — 1 tsp
garlic powder — 1 tsp
onion powder — 1/2 tsp
seasoned salt — 1 tsp
salt and pepper to taste
all-purpose flour — 1/4 cup (30 g)
chicken broth — 2 cups (475 ml)
👨🍳 Steps
1Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season inside and out with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt.
2Pour water and liquid smoke (if using) into the Ninja Foodi main pot. Place chicken in the air fryer basket over the water. Pressure cook on HIGH for 15 minutes, then quick release.
3Remove chicken and discard water. Brush chicken with a mixture of 2 tbsp melted butter, a pinch of garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4Return chicken to the basket and select 'Air Crisp' at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes. Baste occasionally with remaining butter for golden, crispy skin.
5Check internal temperature – must reach at least 165°F (74°C) in the breast or between thigh and body. Cover with foil and let rest. For sauce: add 2 tbsp butter and flour to the Foodi pot with drippings. Press 'Sauté', then gradually whisk in chicken broth until thickened.
🛒 Shopping List
1 whole chicken (about 1.6-1.8 kg / 3.5-4 lbs), 1 cup water, 2 drops liquid smoke (optional), 4 tbsp butter, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp seasoned salt, salt and pepper to taste, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 cups chicken broth