Air-Fryer Rotisserie Chicken

This amazing air-fryer rotisserie chicken will become your family’s new favorite Sunday dinner! Anyone who loves juicy, flavorful chicken with crispy golden skin will absolutely adore this recipe. The best part is you get all that delicious rotisserie taste right at home in just over an hour.

Recipe Details

Timing & Servings: Prep Time: 10 minutes, Additional Time: 1 hour 10 minutes, Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes, Serves: 6 people.

Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Healthy Aging, Soy-Free, High-Protein, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie.

Nutrition Facts (per serving): 166 Calories, 6g Fat, 1g Carbs, 25g Protein.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Fresh thyme: You’ll need 4 sprigs of fresh thyme to stuff inside the chicken cavity. This herb adds such a wonderful earthy flavor that makes the whole house smell incredible!

Lemon: One whole lemon cut in half goes right into the chicken with the thyme. The lemon keeps the meat super moist and adds that bright, fresh taste we all love.

Whole chicken: Look for a 3 1/2 to 4 pound chicken with the giblets already removed. This size fits perfectly in most air fryers and feeds a family beautifully.

Salt: You’ll use 3/4 teaspoon total, but we’ll divide it up during cooking. Salt is what makes all those flavors really pop!

Ground pepper: Just 1/2 teaspoon divided gives the perfect amount of warmth and spice. Freshly ground pepper tastes even better if you have it.

How to Make Air-Fryer Rotisserie Chicken

Step 1: Place those thyme sprigs and lemon halves right into the chicken cavity. Truss the chicken legs closed with kitchen twine – this helps everything cook evenly. Sprinkle the breasts and legs with 3/8 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the chicken breast-side up in your air-fryer basket.

Step 2: Set your air fryer to 350°F – no need to preheat, which saves you time! Cook for 30 minutes first. Then carefully turn the chicken over and cook for another 15 minutes. Turn it back over one more time and cook until a thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest part of the thigh, about 10 to 15 more minutes.

Step 3: Transfer your beautiful golden chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting time keeps all those juices locked in! Carve the chicken and toss out the thyme, but save those lemon halves. Sprinkle with the remaining salt and pepper, then squeeze that roasted lemon juice all over the carved chicken.

Easy and Quick Air-Fryer Rotisserie Chicken Version

Want to make this even simpler? You can skip the trussing step if you’re short on time! Just tuck the wing tips under the body and the chicken will still cook beautifully. You can also use dried thyme instead of fresh – just use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme sprinkled inside the cavity.

Serving Ideas

This juicy rotisserie chicken makes a complete meal that everyone will love! Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for the perfect comfort food dinner. It’s also amazing with a fresh green salad and some crusty bread to soak up all those delicious juices.

Storage

Store leftover chicken in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in a covered container. To reheat, pop pieces in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes until warmed through. You can also reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, but the air fryer keeps that skin nice and crispy!

Substitutions

No fresh thyme? You can use fresh rosemary or sage instead – just use the same amount. If you don’t have a lemon, try stuffing the cavity with orange halves or even apple wedges for a sweet twist. You can also add garlic cloves to the cavity along with the herbs for extra flavor.

Pro Tips

• Perfect Temperature: Always use a meat thermometer to check doneness – it’s the only way to be sure your chicken is perfectly cooked!
• Crispy Skin Secret: Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels before seasoning for the crispiest skin ever.
• Even Cooking: Make sure your chicken fits comfortably in the air fryer basket with some space around the sides for air circulation.
• Flavor Boost: Let the seasoned chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking if you have extra time.

FAQs

Can I use a bigger chicken in my air fryer?

You bet! Just make sure it fits in your air fryer basket with some room around it. Bigger chickens will need a few extra minutes of cooking time, so keep checking that internal temperature until it hits 165°F.

Do I really need to flip the chicken twice?

Sure do! Flipping helps the chicken cook evenly and gets that beautiful golden color all around. It only takes a minute and makes such a difference in the final result.

Can I make this without kitchen twine?

No worries if you don’t have twine! Just tuck the legs close to the body as best you can. The chicken will still taste amazing, even if it doesn’t look quite as neat.

What if my air fryer is smaller?

You can definitely use a smaller chicken – just look for one around 3 pounds. The cooking method stays the same, but start checking the temperature a few minutes earlier since smaller chickens cook faster.

I hope you love this air-fryer rotisserie chicken as much as my family does! Let me know how it turns out for you – I always love hearing about your cooking adventures. Happy cooking, friend!