Description
This Chicken Tikka in the Air Fryer offers irresistible flavors with simple preparation. Using chicken and yogurt, it’s a quick, healthy meal ideal for any day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1.5 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or kashmiri chili powder
- salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or avocado)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1.5-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and all spices to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them thoroughly. Allow marinating for 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the chicken for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time for even results.
- After cooking, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve with chutney or rice.
Notes
Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the chicken.
Adjust the spices according to your taste preference for more or less heat.
Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg