30-Minute Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
30-Minute Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
Ingredients
For the Tandoori Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt, thick
- 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- as needed cooking spray, optional
For Serving
- as needed naan
- as needed rice
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces, plain thick yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, black pepper, and lemon juice.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that each piece of chicken is evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If desired, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 375
- 4
Place the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd it. You may need to cook the chicken in batches.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Air fry the chicken for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is cooked through, tender, and has a lightly charred appearance. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 375
- 6
Once cooked, remove the Tandoori Chicken from the air fryer. Serve immediately with warm naan and rice.
⏱️ 5 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
30-Minute Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
For the Tandoori Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt, thick
- 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- as needed cooking spray, optional
For Serving
- as needed naan
- as needed rice
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces, plain thick yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, black pepper, and lemon juice.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that each piece of chicken is evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If desired, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 375 - 4
Place the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd it. You may need to cook the chicken in batches.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Air fry the chicken for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is cooked through, tender, and has a lightly charred appearance. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 375 - 6
Once cooked, remove the Tandoori Chicken from the air fryer. Serve immediately with warm naan and rice.
⏱️ 5 min