Indulge in the culinary delight of a perfectly roasted whole chicken! Moist, with a tantalizingly crispy skin and drippings that transform into a delectable gravy. Begin by meticulously patting dry the chicken skin, ensuring a flawless canvas for flavors to meld. Drizzle with olive oil, generously coating every inch. In a quaint bowl, concoct a symphony of dry spices: garlic, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and a hint of smoky paprika. While exact measurements elude, trust your intuition to achieve the ideal balance.
Gently massage this aromatic blend onto the breast side of the chicken, before nestling it, breast down, into the air fryer basket. Sprinkle the remaining spices over the chicken’s back, ensuring an even distribution of flavor. Set the air fryer to 390°F and allow the chicken to bask in its aromatic cocoon for 30 minutes. Then, with a graceful flip, reduce the temperature to 350°F and let it continue its culinary metamorphosis for another 30 minutes.
As the timer ticks away, anticipation mounts, and the aroma of roasting poultry fills the air. Behold, as the chicken emerges, golden and succulent, with tantalizing drippings awaiting beneath the crisper tray, destined to elevate your gravy game. Revel in the satisfaction of mastering the art of roasting a whole chicken, a culinary milestone achieved.
Ingredients:
– 1 whole chicken
– Olive oil
– Garlic cloves
– Sea salt
– Garlic powder
– Onion powder
– Black pepper
– Smokey paprika
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).
2. Rinse the whole chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. Coat the surface of the chicken with olive oil.
4. In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and smokey paprika.
5. Use this mixture to season the chicken skin evenly.
6. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket with its breast side down.
7. Sprinkle the remaining spices over the back of the chicken.
8. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 30 minutes at 390°F (200°C).
9. Flip the chicken and cook for another 30 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
10. Allow the chicken to cool slightly before serving.
11. Enjoy the delicious roasted chicken with the flavorful drippings that form the basis of gravy.
