Name: Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken – Indian
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 4 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 4 pieces Chicken leg; ½ tsp Cumin powder; 1 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Kasuri Methi; ½ tsp Coriander powder; 2 tbsp Red Chilli Powder; ½ tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tbsp Grated ginger; 1 tbsp Grated garlic; 1 tbsp Cooking oil; ¼ cup Yogurt; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 1 tsp Salt; 1 cup Mint leaves; ½ cup Coriander leaves; 1 tsp Sugar; ½ tsp Salt; ½ tsp Cumin powder; ½ tsp Chaat Masala powder; 1 spoon Yogurt; 2 cloves Garlic; 2 Green chillies; 1 cup Yogurt; as needed Oil spray; as needed Sliced onions; as needed Coriander

Ready in

105 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Recipe by MEATMEN CHANNEL on YouTube

Recipe Summary

A flavorful Indian Tandoori Chicken recipe prepared in an air fryer, served with a refreshing mint yogurt chutney. The chicken is marinated in a spicy yogurt mixture and air-fried until perfectly charred and juicy, offering a healthier twist on a classic dish.

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All Ingredients - For Tandoori Marinade

Chicken leg 4 pieces
Cumin powder ½ tsp
Garam Masala 1 tsp
Kasuri Methi 1 tsp
Coriander powder ½ tsp
Red Chilli Powder 2 tbsp
Turmeric Powder ½ tsp
Grated ginger 1 tbsp
Grated garlic 1 tbsp
Cooking oil 1 tbsp
Yogurt ¼ cup
Lemon Juice 1 tbsp
Salt 1 tsp

All Ingredients - For Mint Chutney

Mint leaves 1 cup
Coriander leaves ½ cup
Sugar 1 tsp
Salt ½ tsp
Cumin powder ½ tsp
Chaat Masala powder ½ tsp
Yogurt 1 spoon
Garlic 2 cloves
Green chillies 2
Yogurt 1 cup

All Ingredients - For Air Frying & Serving

Oil spray as needed
Sliced onions as needed
Coriander as needed

Tools You'll Need

Food processor
Air fryer
Mixing bowl
Bowl
Whisk

Plan Ahead

Up to 1 hr of hands-off time you can shift to earlier.

Step 3 · Refrigerate1 hr
…ands. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Spice level: HotPack water — this one bites back.

From:Garam masalaChili powderGingerGreen chili

Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps

No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Lemon juice?
- Lime juice (1:1)
- 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)

⚠ Contains Allergens

dairy

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Chicken

Score 4 pieces of chicken leg deeply on both sides to allow the marinade to penetrate.

Step 2: Make Tandoori Marinade

In a large bowl, combine ½ tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp kasuri methi, ½ tsp coriander powder, 2 tbsp red chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp grated garlic, 1 tbsp cooking oil, ¼ cup yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp salt. Mix well until a smooth paste forms.

Step 3: Marinate Chicken

Add the scored chicken leg pieces to the marinade. Mix and coat the chicken evenly with the marinade using your hands. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and for at least in the refrigerator.

Step 4: Prepare Mint Chutney

In a food processor, combine 1 cup mint leaves, ½ cup coriander leaves, 1 tsp sugar, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp chaat masala powder, 2 cloves garlic, 2 green chillies, and 1 spoon yogurt. Blend until a coarse paste forms.

Step 5: Finish Chutney

In a separate bowl, 1 cup of yogurt until smooth. Add the blended mint and coriander paste to the yogurt and mix well.

Step 6: Air Fry Chicken (First Round)

Preheat your air fryer. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket. Spray a little oil over the chicken. Air fry at 200°C (approximately 390°F) for .

Step 7: Air Fry Chicken (Second Round)

After , carefully remove the air fryer basket. Flip the chicken pieces to the other side. Return to the air fryer and air fry for another at 200°C (approximately 390°F), or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.

Step 8: Serve

Transfer the cooked Tandoori Chicken to a serving plate. Serve hot with the prepared mint chutney, sliced onions, and garnish with fresh coriander.

Pro Tips

• Marinate chicken for longer (e.g., overnight) for deeper flavor.

• Don't overcrowd the air fryer to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

• Adjust spice levels in both the chicken marinade and mint chutney to your preference.

Recipe Variations

• Can be grilled on a barbecue or baked in a conventional oven (adjust cooking time and temperature accordingly).

• Use chicken breast pieces for a leaner option, but adjust cooking time to prevent drying out.

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