Airfryer Chicken Tikka – Indian

Ready in

300 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

40 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal
Recipe by Spice Eats on YouTube
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For Air Frying

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine 5 tbsp hung curd/yogurt, 1/4 tsp turmeric, 5 tsp Kashmiri chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1.25 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp mace powder (javitri), 1/2 tsp roasted and powdered kasuri methi, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste, 2 tsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, and an optional pinch of red food color. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until a smooth paste is formed.

  2. Marinate the Chicken

    Add 500 gms of boneless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch long tikka pieces, to the prepared marinade. Ensure all chicken pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and in the refrigerator for .

  3. Prepare Skewers

    Soak wooden skewers in water for at least to prevent them from burning during cooking.

  4. Skewer the Chicken

    Thread the chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, placing approximately 4 pieces per stick.

  5. Prepare Air Fryer

    Brush the air fryer basket with 1 tsp of oil to prevent sticking. Carefully arrange the chicken skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

  6. Air Fry the Chicken Tikka (First Half)

    Close the air fryer and set the temperature to 180°C (350°F) and the timer for . Pause the air fryer after the first of cooking.

  7. Baste and Continue Cooking

    Open the air fryer basket. the chicken tikka pieces with 1 tbsp of melted butter. Close the air fryer and continue cooking for the remaining at 180°C (350°F) until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred appearance.

  8. Serve

    Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken tikka from the air fryer. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelHot
Kashmiri chili · Garam masala · Ginger
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)

  • 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 Lemon juice?

    • Lime juice (1:1)
    • 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Plan Ahead

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  • Marinate the Chicken3 hours

    Add 500 gms of boneless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch long tikka pieces, to the prepared marinade. Ensure all chicken pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.

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  • Prepare Skewers30 minutes

    Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during cooking.

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Storage & Leftovers

Keep your leftovers fresh and ready to enjoy.

  • RefrigerateUp to 4 hours

    Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • For a spicier versionCustomise

    Add more Kashmiri chili powder or a pinch of red chili powder.

  • Vegetables like bell peppers and

    Vegetables like bell peppers and onions can be added to the skewers for a mixed tikka.

  • Can be cooked in a

    Can be cooked in a conventional oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • PreparationMarinating the Chicken for 3

    4 hours or overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness.

  • PreparationSoaking Wooden Skewers in Water

    Soaking wooden skewers in water prevents them from burning in the air fryer.

  • Flavour tipBasting with Butter Halfway Through

    Basting with butter halfway through cooking adds moisture and a rich flavor to the chicken tikka.

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