Description
Enjoy this Chicken Tikka (Air Fryer) boasting rich, authentic flavors and easy prep. It’s a perfect choice for a quick dinner or a flavorful meal anytime!
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 the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and spices to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken, ensuring it is thoroughly coated, and marinate for 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Place the chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking process.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving with chutney or rice.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Serve with your favorite chutney or alongside rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 125mg