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air fried chicken with veggies

Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken

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Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken is my new favorite way to spice up my chicken dinner routine. I love how these spicy chicken legs turn out with a gorgeous crisp char on the outside, sealing in all of the juicy flavors you crave!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
23 hours
Course Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine American, Indian
Servings 5 drumsticks
Calories 146 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 5 chicken drumsticks skin on or skinless
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoon Tandoori Masala spice Tandoori seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger powder or freshly grated ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice Frehsly squeezed lime or lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Gather your spices: I used Tandoori Chicken Masala along with ginger, garlic, and smoked paprika.
    spice mic for tandoori chicken along with plain yogurt
  • Marinate: Marinating the chicken helps to infuse the flavors so make sure to mix up a marinade with these spices and plain yogurt or sour cream.
    The longer the better: If you have time, it is best to marinate the chicken overnight. But let the meat absorb in vibrant spices for at least 30 minutes to one hour, for up to 24 hours.
    Add lemon or lime: I added freshly squeezed lemon juice and the extra kick of citrusy flavor was irresistible!
    creamy tandoori masala marinate for chicken
  • Cook: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, and place the chicken drumsticks in the basket. Air fry the drumsticks at 390 degrees for 22-24 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. Keep an eye on the chicken to make sure that it doesn't get overcooked. Once your chicken is done, remove it from the air fryer basket and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
    Alternatively, check for internal temperature of 165F upon chicken is done cooking.
    This recipe will work with Chicken breast, wings, chicken tenders, thighs, and a whole chicken. You may need to adjust the time, as breast and chicken strips may need only half the time. See the cooking char in the notes below.
    chicken drumsticks in Ninja air fryer

Notes

Tandoori Chicken Time and Temp Guide
  • Chicken Breast: 390°F-400°F (200°C)  for 12 minutes, turning half-way, until the internal temperature is at 165°F (74°C)
  • Chicken tenders: 390°F-400°F (200°C)  for 10 minutes, turning halfway until the internal temperature is at 165°F (74°C)
  • Chicken Drumsticks: 390°F (195°C)  for 22-24 minutes, turning halfway until the internal temperature is at 165°F (74°C)
  • Chicken Thighs: 390°F (195°C)  for 22-24 minutes, turning halfway until the internal temperature is at 165°F (74°C)

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 16gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 321mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 236IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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