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Air Fryer Whole Chicken (3–4 lb): Time & Temperature
360°F (180°C)temperature
55–65 mincook time
165°Finternal temp
How to do it
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange in a single layer with space between pieces — air needs to reach every side.
- Cook for 55–65 minutes.
- Flip (or shake the basket) halfway through cooking.
- Breast-side down first, flip at the 30-minute mark.
Doneness: cook to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), measured at the thickest part with an instant-read thermometer. See all USDA safe minimum temperatures.
Pro tip: Make sure the chicken fits with at least an inch of clearance for air flow.
Gear that makes this easier
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- Instant-read meat thermometer — The only reliable way to know meat is safely done — every chart on this site assumes you check internal temperature.
- Air fryer parchment liners — Keeps sticky foods (wings, cookies, cinnamon rolls) from welding to the basket and makes cleanup a 10-second job.
- Oil sprayer / mister — A fine, even mist crisps breaded food without soaking it. Bottled sprays with propellant can damage nonstick coating.
- Silicone-tipped tongs — Flip food without scratching the basket's nonstick surface.