Step 1

Take the chicken out of the refrigerator 30-45 minutes before roasting to take the chill off it.

Step 2

Rub the oil into the skin of the chicken with your hands.

Step 3

Sprinkle on the salt, pepper and thyme.

Step 4

Place the chicken in the air fryer at 180C/350F for approx. 45-50 minutes – until the skin is golden and the juices run clear (you can test this by inserting a skewer in the thickest part of the thigh – the liquid that runs out should be clear). If you have a temperature probe, the internal temperature should be 75C/165F.

Step 5

Remove from the air fryer, place on a board or in a tray to rest and cover with foil and a tea towel on top.

Step 6

Add the chicken stock to the air fryer basket and give it a swill around to pick-up up any chicken juices – this will form the basis of the gravy. Pour the liquid into a small saucepan and put to one side.

Step 7

Turn the air fryer temperature up to 200C/400F

Step 8

Place the potatoes and carrots into the air fryer basket and drizzle on 1 tbsp of the oil and ¼ tsp each of the salt and pepper.

Step 9

Toss together and place in the air fryer for 12 minutes, shaking once, halfway through cooking.

Step 10

Add the green beans and cauliflower to the air fryer basket. Drizzle on the remaining 1 tbsp of oil and ¼ tsp each of salt and pepper.

Step 11

Use a spoon or set of tongs to toss together with the potatoes and carrots, trying to ensure the florets of the cauliflower are pointing downwards or tucked under the potatoes/carrots, and the green beans aren't sticking up (this will prevent them from burning) and place in the air fryer to cook for 10-12 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 12

Meanwhile make the gravy. Place the pan with the chicken stock and chicken juices over a high heat and bring to the boil.

Step 13

Slowly add the cornflour slurry while stirring with a whisk, until the gravy has thickened to your liking.

Step 14

Add any further chicken juices from resting the chicken, plus any leftover juices at the bottom of the air fryer basket to give the gravy maximum flavour. Give it a taste and add a little more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 15

Remove the vegetables from the air fryer and place in a serving bowl or on the tray with the chicken.

Step 16

Carve the chicken and serve with the air-fried vegetables and gravy.