Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the Marinade

   In a large bowl, add 1/4 cup hung curd, 1/8 tsp turmeric powder, 2 tbsp Kashmiri chilli powder, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp Kasuri methi (roasted and powdered), 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste, juice of half a lemon, and 3 tbsp cooking oil. Mix all the ingredients well with a whisk until a smooth paste forms.

2. 2.Marinate the Chicken

   Add 500g of boneless chicken, cut into 2-inch tikka pieces, to the marinade. Mix thoroughly with your hands, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

3. 3.Prepare Skewers

   While the chicken is marinating, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during air frying.

4. 4.Skewer the Chicken

   After marination, take out the chicken. Thread 4 marinated chicken pieces onto each soaked wooden skewer.

5. 5.Preheat Air Fryer

   Preheat the air fryer to 180°C for 3 minutes.

6. 6.Arrange Chicken in Air Fryer

   Take out the air fryer basket and brush the grill with a little oil to prevent sticking. Carefully place the chicken skewers side by side in the basket.

7. 7.First Air Fry Cycle

   Close the air fryer basket and air fry the chicken at 180°C for 20 minutes.

8. 8.Brush with Butter

   After 10 minutes into the first cycle, open the air fryer basket. Brush the chicken tikkas with melted butter on all sides.

9. 9.Second Air Fry Cycle

   Close the basket and continue to air fry for another 10 minutes at 180°C until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred appearance.

10. 10.Serve

    Once done, carefully remove the chicken tikkas from the air fryer. Serve hot with mint chutney or your favorite dipping sauce.