Air fryer Hariyali Chicken Tikka
This delicious herby chicken bites recipe can be easily done in the air fryer. It is so flavorful too. High protein and a perfect appetizer.
Servings 4
Calories 165kcal
Equipment
- 12 wooden skewers
Ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken thighs boneless skinless
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or thick hung curd
- 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Green Marinade
- 1 cup cilantro leaves with stem
- ½ cup mint leaves
- 2 green chillies
- 2 tsp. ginger garlic minced
- ½ tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Kasuri methi or dry fenugreek leaves
- 1 tsp. Tandoori masala or garam masala
- 1 tsp. Smoked paprika or Kashmiri chili powder
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs in bite sized pieces. Dry and keep aside.
- For the green marinade, take coriander leaves, stems, mint leaves, green chillies, and minced ginger garlic in a blender. Blend into a smooth paste with yogurt along with the spices.
- In a bowl, combine the green marinade, oil, lemon juice and salt. Mix well and add to the chicken pieces in a bowl.
- Cover and let it marinate for 30 minutes. If you have time, refrigerate overnight for better flavor.
- To cook, preheat the air fryer to 360F or 180C for about 3 minutes. I normally skewer these chicken bites onto wooden skewers that fit the air fryer basket.
- Place the skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You can line it with parchment paper if needed.
- Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping midway through for even browning. Towards the last 3-4 minutes, I bump up the temperature to 400F or 200C for a nice char. Your chicken should be cooked through yet succulent. You can test that the internal temperature must be 165F or more for the chicken to be cooked through.
- Your chicken hariyali tikka is ready to serve. Serve hot with lemon wedges, pickled onion and green chutney dip. Enjoy.
Notes
1. While making the green marinade do not add water and keep it thick for more flavour.
2. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer. Cook in batches if needed so the chicken cooks well.
3. Lightly brush or spray oil before cooking if you want slightly crisp edges.
4. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 2-3 days in airtight container. Heat through before serving.
2. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer. Cook in batches if needed so the chicken cooks well.
3. Lightly brush or spray oil before cooking if you want slightly crisp edges.
4. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 2-3 days in airtight container. Heat through before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 384mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1173IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg