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Air Fryer Chicken Tikka
5 from 27 votes

Air Fryer Chicken Tikka

Air Fryer Chicken Tikka features boneless chicken pieces marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture, then cooked in an air fryer on skewers or alone until golden and tender. The marinade includes aromatic spices, garlic, lime juice, and yogurt, which tenderize the meat while infusing it with vibrant flavors. The air fryer cooks the chicken with a slight char without deep frying.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Marinade
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 525 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs
Chicken Tikka Marinade Ingredients
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 Tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve as Kebab
  • 1 bell pepper optional, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion optional, cut into chunks
To Serve as Wrap
  • 6 tortillas
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 Tablespoons mint chutney
  • 1 red pepper sliced thin
  • 2 cups lettuce

Instructions

Marinade
    Cup of Yum
  1. In a bowl mix the yogurt, add minced garlic, garam masala, chili powder, coriander powder, salt, pepper and lime juice, and whisk it together.
  2. Dice the chicken breasts into 1 inch pieces. Add them to the bowl and mix to coat the meat in the marinade. Let it rest for 30 min - 8 hours.
To Make Chicken Tikka Kebab
  1. Put bamboo skewers in water to soak for 30 minutes. You can also use metal skewers.
  2. Cut the onions and bell pepper into chunks if using. Stir them into the marinade with the meat right before making the skewers so that the marinade coats them also.
  3. Thread the chicken onto skewers, alternating with veggies if using.
  4. Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350-degree F.
  5. Spray or brush the basket with oil to prevent sticking and make clean up easier. Or use parchment paper in the bottom.
  6. Put the kebabs in the basket. You will likely need to cook them in batches.
  7. Cook for 5 minutes on one side then turn and cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown. Use an instant read thermometer to make sure the meat has reached 165 degrees F internally.
  8. Garnish with limes and red onions. You can also sprinkle with lime juice or lemon juice.
To Make Chicken Tikka Wraps
  1. Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees F. 
  2. Spray or brush the basket with oil to prevent sticking and make clean up easier. Or use parchment paper in the bottom.
  3. Put the chicken in the basket, spreading it out in a single layer.
  4. Cook for 6 minutes at 350 F. Then flip the cubes over and cook for another 6 minutes, until golden brown. Use an instant read thermometer to make sure the meat has reached 165 degrees F internally.
  5. To make the wraps mix the mayonnaise with mint chutney in a bowl. Lay out a tortilla, then add chutney mix, cooked chicken tikka, bell pepper or other veggies and lettuce down the center. Wrap the tortilla up and serve.

Notes

  • Chicken Tikka can be cooked in an oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes if an air fryer is unavailable.
  • Grilling on high heat or using a flattop griddle with frequent turning until cooked through will also yield good results.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 525kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 14g (82%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 86mg (29%) Sodium 1450mg (60%) Potassium 771mg (16%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 2697IU (54%) Vitamin C 84mg (93%) Calcium 129mg (13%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 525

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 525kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14g 82%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 86mg 29%
Sodium 1450mg 60%
Potassium 771mg 16%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 2697IU 54%
Vitamin C 84mg 93%
Calcium 129mg 13%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.