Description
Enjoy succulent Chicken Tikka made in the air fryer! With its bold spices and tender chicken, this dish is perfect for a quick dinner or healthy meal option, ready in just over half an hour!
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, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and spices to create a marinade.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are coated well. Marinate for 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-14 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through the cooking time.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving, pairing it with chutney or rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
Serve with a refreshing side salad or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg