Air Fryer Chicken Tikka

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 1 cup Plain Yogurt (full‑fat or Greek yogurt for best flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
• 1 cup White Basmati Rice (rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger (peeled and grated)
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (for color and subtle flavor)

Instructions

1. Season and Marinate Chicken

   Place the chicken pieces in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with salt, add the plain yogurt and lemon juice, then massage everything together until the chicken is fully coated.

   Time: PT15M

2. Marination

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to penetrate.

   Time: PT2H

3. Prepare Turmeric Ginger Rice

   Rinse the basmati rice until water runs clear, then add it to the rice cooker with the appropriate amount of water, grated ginger, and turmeric powder. Start the rice cooker.

   Time: PT20M

4. Preheat Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 375°F and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

5. Air Fry the Chicken

   Arrange the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20‑25 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through (around the 12‑minute mark).

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 375°F

6. Plate and Serve

   Fluff the cooked rice, plate a serving of rice, top with the air‑fried chicken tikka, and garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

8g

Fiber

2g