Here’s a simple, juicy, and flavorful roasted chicken recipe made in a Ninja DualZone Air Fryer — perfect for getting crispy skin and tender meat, whether you’re cooking a whole spatchcocked chicken or bone-in pieces.
🍗 Ninja Dual Air Fryer Roasted Chicken
🔧 Method: Air Fryer
📦 Appliance: Ninja DualZone Air Fryer (Two Baskets)
⏱️ Time: 35–50 minutes (depending on cut)
🧂 Ingredients:
For 1 whole chicken (spatchcocked or cut into parts), or 4–6 thighs/legs/breasts:
- 1.5 to 4 lb chicken (whole or pieces)
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
- Optional: lemon zest, chili flakes, or rosemary
🥣 Instructions:
🔪 1. Prep the Chicken
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- If using a whole chicken, spatchcock (butterfly) it by removing the backbone with kitchen shears. Flatten it out.
- Rub with olive oil and season all over with spice blend.
🍳 2. Preheat Air Fryer
- Set both baskets to Air Fry, 375°F (190°C), for 35–45 minutes.
- If your Ninja model auto-syncs zones, use Match Cook if both baskets will be used.
🍗 3. Cook the Chicken
- Place the chicken skin side down first in the basket(s). Don’t overcrowd — air needs to circulate.
- Air fry at 375°F:
- Bone-in pieces: 22–28 minutes (flip halfway)
- Spatchcocked whole chicken: 35–45 minutes (flip after 25 mins)
✅ Chicken is done at 165°F (74°C) internally (thickest part).
🔄 4. Flip for Crispy Skin
- Flip the chicken skin-side up for the last 10–15 minutes to crisp up.
🧄 Optional Add-ons (in other basket):
- Veggies: Add baby potatoes, carrots, or green beans to the second basket. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and roast at same temp for 20–25 minutes.
- Use Smart Finish to time both zones to complete together.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
- Serve with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with hot honey, garlic butter, or chimichurri for extra flair.
🧼 Cleanup Tip:
Line the basket with parchment or foil for easier cleanup — just don’t block air vents.