Roast chicken and potatoes

Description:

This Air Fryer Roast Chicken and Potatoes recipe delivers a perfectly roasted chicken with crispy skin and tender, juicy meat, paired with golden, flavorful potatoes. It’s a complete meal that’s easy to make and ready in less time than traditional oven roasting.

Total Time:

• Preparation Time: 15-20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes – 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, halved
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
• Fresh herbs (optional, like rosemary, thyme, or parsley) for stuffing the cavity

For the Potatoes:

• 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Remove the giblets from the chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
   • Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, making sure it’s evenly coated.
   • In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mix all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible.
   • Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon halves, garlic cloves, and fresh herbs.
2. Prepare the Potatoes:
   • In a mixing bowl, toss the baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until they are evenly coated.

1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Place the seasoned chicken breast-side down in the air fryer basket.
   • Cook at 360°F (180°C) for 30 minutes.
3. Add the Potatoes:
   • After 30 minutes, carefully flip the chicken over so that it is breast-side up.
   • Arrange the seasoned potatoes around the chicken in the air fryer basket.
   • Continue cooking for another 15-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the potatoes are golden and tender.
4. Check for Doneness:
   • Use a meat thermometer to check the thickest part of the chicken to ensure it has reached the safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
   • If the chicken or potatoes need more time, continue cooking in 5-minute increments until done.
5. Rest the Chicken:
   • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. This helps the juices redistribute, keeping the meat moist.

Serving:

• Carve the Chicken:
  • Carve the chicken and serve it with the roasted potatoes on the side.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 130mg
• Sodium: 750mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 35g

Notes:

• Potato Variations: You can substitute baby potatoes with other small, waxy potatoes like fingerlings, or use sweet potatoes for a different flavor.
• Additional Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or Brussels sprouts to the air fryer when you add the potatoes for a more varied dish.
• Crispier Skin: For extra crispy chicken skin, you can increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.

Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make roast chicken and potatoes that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, all made conveniently in your air fryer!