With this Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken Air Fryer Method, you will enjoy a very juicy chicken with a flavorful crisp skin. Low carb and keto too!
Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken Air Fryer Method
So, I’m sure we have all had that delicious Rotisserie Chicken from Costco, right?
We spend hours going up and down every aisle. By the time we are finished shopping, we are exhausted. We have a big basket full of goodies.
The thought of coming home and putting away all those groceries (and other things that we probably did not need) and is overwhelming. The thought of then having to make dinner, makes things more overwhelming.
So, we run back to the back of the store and grab a Rotisserie Chicken, that we have been smelling since we first walked in to Costco.
With my GoWISE USA 5.8 Quart Air Fryer, and this Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken Air Fryer Method, you can easily make the same, delicious Rotisserie Chicken, any day of the week and have it ready in one hour.
Yep, one little hour, with minimal prep work.
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Ingredients for Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken Air Fryer Method
For this demonstration, I used a 5.9 pound chicken and I stuffed it, as I wanted to see the time difference between a stuffed Air Fryer Chicken v. a non stuffed Air Fryer Chicken.
While it is delicious, stuffed, you will need to allow for an extra 20 minutes and will want to cover the chicken with foil for the first 30 minutes, so that the skin won’t get too dark. For a chicken over 5 pounds, I suggest using an Extra Large Air Fryer.
Since my GoWISE USA 5.8 Quart Air Fryer was not available, I used my GoWise USA 3.7 Quart Air Fryer for this monster of a chicken. I had to shove it in, but it worked.
Make Stuffing (Optional)
How to Make Optional Stuffing for Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken Air Fryer
- For the stuffing, I just mixed up some bread I had dried.
- Added seasonings, some diced celery and onions and Homemade Pressure Cooker Chicken Stock.
If you are not making stuffing (and we usually don’t), just toss an cut onion into the cavity, if you like, although, it is really not necessary.
As the chicken is cooking, you could always make a batch of my Instant Pot Stuffing to have on the side.
I like to put my chicken into a mixing bowl, since the chicken is so slippery and can get away from me. Plus, it keeps the counter very neat.
Make sure to remove the giblet package that is inside of the chicken and then pat it dry with a paper towel.
Before I seasoned the chicken, I stuffed it, but I doubt I will do this again, as I prefer the taste of a non-stuffed chicken.
What Type of Oil to Use?
- It is important to use a “high heat” oil, so that the chicken and skin does not burn.
- Ghee is great for using with higher temperatures for longer cook times. My Instant Pot Ghee recipe is very easy to make and I always have a jar available.
- Coconut oil is very good too, as it won’t burn at this temperature, with the chicken so close to the heating element.
Make sure to rub every inch of the chicken.
Season Chicken Well
I love a very heavily seasoned chicken and I use my own Seasoned Salt recipe.
You can use whatever seasoning you like.
Season the entire chicken very well.
Place Whole Chicken in Air Fryer, Breast Side Down
For this recipe, I used a small air fryer, but I suggest investing in a larger model, like this GoWise 5.8 quart Air Fryer.
Place the chicken, skin side down into the air fryer.
Since I was using my smaller GoWise USA 3.7 Quart Air Fryer, I had to push down on the chicken to break the bone a little, so that it would fit (that’s why the seasoning/Ghee is a bit messy).
After 30 minutes, flip the chicken over. Look how delicious the underside looks already. Your kitchen will smell wonderful!
Chicken Breast Side Up
Flip over the chicken and cook the chicken for another 30 minutes.
Make sure you test the internal temperature with a Digital Meat Thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees.
The chicken skin crackles and is so wonderful.
Serve the chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes or Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes and a green vegetable.
More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes to Make:
- Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Jalapeño Poppers
- Air Fryer Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich {Copycat Recipe}
- Air Fryer Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
- Lemony Middle Eastern Air Fryer Crispy Sumac Chicken
Kitchen Equipment and Essentials
- GoWISE USA 5.8 Quart Air Fryer or GoWise USA 3.7 Quart Air Fryer
- J.A. Henckels Classic 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku Knife
- Amco Advanced Performance 18/10 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons
- Rachael Ray Stoneware EVOO Oil Dispensing Bottle
- Sonder LA End Grain Teak Cutting Board, Juice Grooves & Compartments
- 3.5 Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl
- Silicone Coated Tongs
- Digital Thermometer
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Rotisserie Style Whole Chicken in the Air Fryer
Print Pin RateIngredients
- 1 Whole Chicken cleaned and blotted dry
- 2 Tablespoons Ghee (or Coconut or Olive Oil)
- 1 Tablespoon TOG House Seasoning
Instructions
- Remove giblet packet from chicken and pat dry.
- Rub Ghee/Oil all over chicken and season generously.
- Place chicken, breast side down into Air Fryer.
- Cook at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Flip chicken over and cook for 350 degrees for an additional 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
- Let rest for 10 minutes and then serve.
Notes
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Wayne Lind says
April 8, 2019 at 7:56 amWe made your whole chicken in the air fryer. So good. We did two one for our spoiled little dog and it was so good we did one for use. So fast and so good. Thank you. The only spice we used was Johnny’s seasoned Salt.
Wayne
Nakusp, British Columbia
Canada
Jill says
April 9, 2019 at 6:00 pmHi Wayne, I am glad you enjoyed the chicken. Jill
Penny says
March 10, 2019 at 2:14 pmHow do u attach the rotesere attachment ?
Jennifer Lee says
March 6, 2019 at 8:27 pmI chicken was pink inside after well over a total of an hour. Any idea why ?
Jill says
March 7, 2019 at 2:17 pmHi Jennifer. That means it was not cooked enough. I assume you continued cooking until is was perfect. Jill
Nnacy says
January 23, 2019 at 9:21 amHi, Jill
I am not sure if you do videos since it is my 1st time on your website/blog. But it would help those who are more visual since sometimes looking at photos or reading doesn’t help as much sometimes. sometimes i tend to miss when i read and do it at same time. but i am thinking of trying this since i like Costco’s rotisserie chicken. I am just wondering if it will be taste similar?
PHYLLIS TEWKSBURY says
January 2, 2019 at 2:33 pmThis chicken was delicious. I used my own herb rub and I did not stuff the chicken. Thank you for sharing the Recipe.
Gordon says
December 20, 2018 at 2:38 pmJust bought an air fryer,so far only cooked chips,dissapointed,not as good as the old one as it rolled the chips over. So need advice and or recepies
Salina Martin says
December 5, 2018 at 8:50 amI just love you! I have tried many of your pressure cooker recipes and I just got an air fryer on black Friday. It’s a Bella 2.6qt and after the rebate it was $20. I figure I can try it and if I like AF I can get something a bit bigger lol 3.5qt and give this to my faughter. There is just me and the hubby. BTW I am 50 hrs old and have no nonsense rules now lol and I love your sense of humor and the same approach! My question is I found a beautiful 3lb chicken and it fits in the 2.6qt. As far as timing can you give me a time to check it. I know it won’t take as long but I am unsure that I can use the same temp and time got it soaking in buttermilk and plan to follow up with your seasoning technique ty vm
Jill says
December 5, 2018 at 10:11 amHi Salina. Than you so much. The time for your chicken should be similar to this recipe, minus about 30 minutes. Just keep an eye out, as every air fryer cooks differently. The GW I use seem to cook more even and accurate. Jill
Barbara says
November 12, 2018 at 5:09 pmVery easy with minimal effort. I used lemon pepper seasoning. I did cook it mostly at 340 instead of 350. It was starting to burn a little. It was good and skin gets crispy.
Kandy says
November 2, 2018 at 9:10 amI am cooking this today; my chicken is almost 7 lbs and I am wondering how much longer I will need to cook it. It is for my son and his wife after an especially hard work week.
Liv says
September 3, 2018 at 1:59 amThis worked a treat! Report from the family was the chicken was the moistest they have had! No mess either!
Jill says
September 3, 2018 at 9:35 pmWonderful, Liv. I am glad the family love the chook! Jill
Hannah says
May 28, 2018 at 6:58 pmOmg, so delicious!!! Love the seasoning recipe too :))
Cheryl Perrine says
April 3, 2018 at 4:53 pmI used this recipe using a turkey breast tonight. It was just a tad over 4 lbs. Started it breast down for about 20 min and then flipped from side to side to complete time. I did about 20 min on each side. It was fantastic!
Hannah says
March 25, 2018 at 12:49 pmShould I shorten the cooking time if my whole chicken is only 2.5 lb big. Thank you 😊
Jill says
March 25, 2018 at 5:49 pmYes, but still check the temperature. Different brands of air fryers seem to cook at different speeds. Jill
Catherine Voci says
March 6, 2018 at 4:39 amWhat size chicken do you suggest for the GoWise 5.8?
Judith Immers says
February 26, 2018 at 2:55 pmI just now flipped him over…smells Devine.
You are a great instructor, thank you for all your recipes, for the IP and now this new toy…air fryer!
Becky says
February 20, 2018 at 2:21 pmIs the cook time less if I’m not stuffing the chicken?
Joan Pope says
January 11, 2018 at 1:28 pmThanks for the recipe!!! I tried it using my large air fryer the chicken turned out beautifully. I used my own seasonings and put a pineapple sauce over it and my husband loved it. I will make this often we liked it better than the holidaybird!!
Tom W. says
January 1, 2018 at 4:05 pmMy girlfriend raves about her air fryer and you’ve done me right with your fantastic Instant Pot and Air Fryer recipes (Chick-Faux-let being my favorite).
I’m trying this simple rotisserie chicken equivalent as my first meal in 2018. 25 mins in and it smells awesome.
Thanks for your very helpful website.
— Tom
Jill says
January 1, 2018 at 6:08 pmAwww, thanks, Tom. I know you will enjoy the chicken. Jill
Bridgette Collins says
December 31, 2017 at 12:19 pmLooks Wonderful, I just got an airfryer for Xmas , this will be my first meal in it!!