Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Thighs
These Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Thighs are juicy, tender and taste authentic! Made with a scrumptious marinade without food coloring, this is the best tandoori chicken recipe you'll try!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 198kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
First Marinade
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Second marinade
- ⅓ cup plain yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoons Vegetable oil
- ½ tablespoon Kasoori methi optional
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder or use ½ to 1 teaspoon addional cayenne
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon garam masala powder
- ½ to 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- First marinade: In a large bowl, toss the chicken thighs with the lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and salt until evenly coated. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes. I like to prepare the second marinade while the chicken is resting.Second marinade: Add all of the second marinade ingredients to the bowl and toss until the chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 6 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse the chicken.
- Air fry. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place chicken thighs, smooth side down and cook for 5 minutes. Using tongs, flip the chicken so that the smooth side is facing up. Continue cooking at the same temperature for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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Notes
Kasoori methi - It is dried fenugreek leaves and is essential for imparting a distinctive buttery flavor to an authentic tandoori chicken recipe. It can be easily found in Indian grocery stores or Amazon. However, feel free to omit it if it's not available.
Ginger and Garlic - Traditionally, ginger garlic paste is used, but I prefer freshly grated ginger and garlic. Grinding a small amount can be cumbersome, so this method offers convenience without compromising on taste.
Kashmiri chili powder - Made using a special type of red chilies from the Indian region of Kashmir, it is very mild spicy but imparts a vibrant red color to the dish. It is available in Amazon or Indian grocery stores.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 547mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg