Shawarma Whole Chicken Air Fryer Recipe
This Shawarma Whole Chicken Air Fryer Recipe brings the rich, authentic flavors of Middle Eastern shawarma to your kitchen. Perfectly spiced and cooked to juicy perfection in just 30 minutes, it's a quick and healthy option for dinner.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Basting brush
- Kitchen thermometer
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken 3-4 lbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons shawarma seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Clean the chicken and pat it dry with a paper towel.
- Make Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, shawarma seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade, using a basting brush to ensure even coverage.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, breast side down. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Flip Chicken: Using tongs, flip the chicken breast side up. Cook for another 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before carving. Serve with pita bread, hummus, or your favorite side dishes.