Ninja Foodi Roast Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
3.5 - 4 lbs
- 1 cup water
- 2 drops liquid smoke
- as desired salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
can used smoked paprika if you wish
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
your favorite brand
- as desired
pepper
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cup chicken stock
- *****For the Basting Butter
- 2 tablespoon butter
- dash of garlic powder
- as desired
seasoning salt and pepper
Directions
- 1
Pat the chicken dry with disposable paper towel. Season inside and out with seasoned salt, pepper, paprika, garlic and onion powders. Set inside the Air Frying basket.
- 2
Mix the water and the liquid smoke together and pour into the main pot of the Foodi
- 3
Place the chicken in the basket, inside the main pot of the Foodi
- 4
Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- 5
When time is done, do a quick release, remove the chicken and the basket, and discard the water that was in the bottom of the Foodi bowl.
- 6
Replace the chicken and the basket inside the Foodi liner and place the liner back into the unit.
- 7
In a small bowl, melt the butter and make up the basting butter recipe above.
- 8
Air crisp at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. Lifting the lid occasionally, basting the chicken with your basting butter to crisp/brown it to your desired color. Remove the chicken and the basket, and cover with tin foil to continue cooking to reach a 165 degree temperature reading.
- 9
In the Foodi bowl, add the butter and flour to the drippings and press "saute". Mix everything together and slowly add the stock in small increments as it thickens. When all the liquid is added and thickened, you are ready to serve!
- 10
Enjoy!
Ninja Foodi Roast Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect roast chicken—juicy on the inside, wonderfully crispy on top—but without hours tied to the oven? This Ninja Foodi Roast Chicken delivers all the classic comfort you love, made conveniently in one pot and in significantly less time than traditional methods.
The magic of this recipe lies in harnessing the Ninja Foodi's capabilities. It promises a truly tender interior while ensuring the skin crisps up beautifully, all while simplifying cleanup by keeping everything contained. You'll achieve that sought-after balance of succulent meat and satisfyingly crunchy skin with minimal fuss.
Prepare for a truly comforting meal that tastes both familiar and exciting. Each bite of this roast chicken offers a rich, savory flavor profile, enhanced by the aromatic blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. The hint of liquid smoke adds an intriguing depth, while the basting butter ensures a golden, flavorful finish. This dish is designed to be a centerpiece, providing a delicious, satisfying experience without the usual time commitment, making it perfect for weeknights or a relaxed family gathering.
While the recipe is fantastic as written, it’s also quite adaptable. Feel free to customize the spice blend to your preference; for instance, opting for smoked paprika instead of regular can deepen its warm, savory notes. You can also adjust the amount of liquid smoke or omit it entirely if you prefer a less smoky profile. Use your favorite brand of seasoned salt to truly make this recipe your own.
Serve this impressive Ninja Foodi Roast Chicken as the star of your dinner table. It pairs wonderfully with classic comfort food sides, creating a complete and immensely satisfying meal for any occasion.