tandoori chicken tikka

Chicken Tikka, is an extremely flavorful appetizer in north Indian cuisine! In this easy Airfryer or oven recipe, chicken chunks are marinated in yogurt and aromatic Indian spices, then grilled to a crisp brown texture!

Chicken Tikka Recipe - Airfryer/Oven/Crisplid

1½ lb Chicken thighs (cut in 2-inch pieces, or 1.5 inch chicken breast cubes.)

bell pepper (or 1 cup rainbow peppers, de-seededand

onion (cut in 1 inch chunks, separate the onion layers)

tbsp avocado oil (or light olive oil)

¼ cup plain greek yogurt (or ⅓ cup plain yogurt)

tsp ginger (crushed or grated fine, about 1/2 inch ginger)

tsp garlic (crushed

tbsp lime juice (about 1/2 a lime (fresh is better))

salt (adjust

turmeric

tsp coriander

cumin powder

1.5 tsp garam masala

tsp kasoori methi ((dry fenugreek leaves))

lime juice

tsp Chaat masala ((1 tsp sprinkled all over))

In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, oil, lemon juice, crushed ginger, crushed garlic and all the spices.

Add chicken pieces, capsicum and onion in the marinade, and toss well till everything gets coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. If marinating for longer, marinate only chicken and add the veggies just before cooking.

Marinate Chicken

Line the drip pan with aluminum foil for easy clean-up. This is optional though. Place the fry basket in the drip pan.

Arrange the chicken, onions and peppers in the basket in a single layer. Don’t overcrowd them otherwise they won’t crisp up while cooking. If using skewers, place 2-3 skewers.

Insert the basket back. Using the temperature button set 360°F. Set the timer for 8 mins.

After 8 minutes, remove the veggies and keep aside.  Flip the chicken pieces and lightly brush or spray the tikka pieces with oil. This makes the exterior texture extra-crisp.

Insert the basket back and cook at 360F for another 6 minutes.  If using chicken breast, you might have to cook for 7-8 mins instead, depending on thickness of pieces.

Follow the same process for the 2nd batch. It takes me two batches for a 1-1.5 pounds of chicken.

Airfryer:

Place the trivet in the cooking pot in your Mealthy Multipot. Place the mesh basket on top of the trivet.

Layer the chicken, onion and bell pepper evenly.  If using skewers, place 2-3 skewers. Avoid overcrowding them to get that golden crisp exterior. Place the crisplid on the cooker and cook for 8 minutes at 400°F.

Place the crisplid on the cooker and cook for 8 minutes at 400°F. If using chicken breast, you might have to cook for 1-2 minutes longer depending on thickness of pieces.

Follow the same process for the 2nd batch. It takes me two batches for 1-1.5 pound of chicken.

Mealthy Crisplid:

Turn on the oven broiler. Place the marinated chicken, onions and peppers on an aluminum lined baking sheet. If using skewers, place them 1 inch apart.

Place the baking sheet on the top rack and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken cooks through.

Oven Method:

Place the marinated chicken pieces or skewers on the medium-high heat area of a pre-heated grill for 10-12 minutes, or till chicken cooks through.

Outdoor Grill

Chicken Tikka is most commonly served as an appetizer with a popular Indian dip called, Cilantro Chutney.

Sprinkle chicken tikka with fresh lime juice and chaat masala before serving, this extra step really elevates the tikka flavors.

My husband and I enjoy this Chicken Tikka for dinner with a side of a simple garden salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette for a Low-Carb meal. To complete the meal for my girls, I make a side of Saffron Rice or serve it with Butter Naan.

Serving Suggestion

Chicken Tikka is an extremely flavorful appetizer from the north Indian cuisine! In this easy Airfryer or oven recipe, chicken chunks are marinated in yogurt and aromatic Indian spices, then grilled to a crisp brown texture!
Recipe 💁🏻‍♀️: https://spicecravings.com/chicken-tikka-recipe

Here's what you need:
Ingredients:

Tikka Ingredients
1½ lb Chicken thighs cut in 2-inch pieces, or 1.5 inch chicken breast cubes.
1 cup bell pepper or 1 cup rainbow peppers, de-seededand cut in 1.5 inch pieces
1 cup onion cut in 1 inch chunks, separate the onion layers
Tandoori Marinade
2 tbsp avocado oil or light olive oil
¼ cup plain greek yogurt or ⅓ cup plain yogurt
2 tsp ginger crushed or grated fine, about 1/2 inch ginger
2 tsp garlic crushed or grated fine, about 3 cloves
1 tbsp lime juice about 1/2 a lime (fresh is better)
¾-1 tsp salt adjust to taste
½ tsp turmeric
2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp cumin powder
1.5 tsp garam masala
1 tsp kashmiri red chili powder or 1 tsp paprika + ½ tsp cayenne
2 tsp kasoori methi (dry fenugreek leaves)

Garnish After Cooking
Few drops of lime juice
1 tsp Chaat masala (1 tsp sprinkled all over)

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This air fryer authentic tandoori chicken tikka takes only 20 minutes to make in the air fryer. Served with fresh or store-bought naan as a chicken tikka kebab, you&#039;ve got a quick, easy dinner!

Authentic Tandoori Chicken Tikka {Air Fryer}

oz Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, cubed)

Green bell pepper (cubed)

Red onion (cubed)

Greek yogurt

tbsp Tandoori masala

tbsp Garlic (minced)

tbsp Ginger (minced)

tsp Kashmiri red pepper

tsp Red chilli powder

Prepare the marinade: In a mixing bowl, add the yogurt, ginger, garlic and spices. Mix well until all the spices are combined.

Marinate the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, and massage the marinade into the chicken with your hands or with tongs. Make sure that each piece is evenly coated. Add the onions and peppers, mix together. Let the chicken marinate for 20-30 minutes.

Cook: Add the chicken to the air fryer basket in a single layer, and spray with avocado or olive oil cooking spray. Air fry the chicken at 390°F for 20 minutes. Turn at the 10 minute mark.

Serve: Serve the chicken with some freshly squeezed lemon juice, and serve with naan or basmati rice.

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