Description
Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a rich blend of spices and yogurt, cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces of chicken (legs or breasts)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, garlic paste, ginger paste, salt, and oil until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook to Perfection: Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Marinate longer for enhanced flavor. This dish pairs well with basmati rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg