Looking for a healthy, flavorful chicken recipe with minimal prep and maximum flavor? This Tandoori Chicken recipe made in the air fryer (aka "Nina") is the perfect high-protein, low-fat meal option. With a simple marinade and quick cooking time, it’s ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
Made with fat-free yogurt, tandoori spice mix, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish delivers that signature tandoori flavor—without the need for a tandoor oven!
Ingredients
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3 tbsp fat-free natural yogurt
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1 tbsp tandoori spice mix
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A dash of lemon juice
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2 chicken breasts, cubed
Marinade Instructions
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In a bowl, mix together:
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Fat-free yogurt
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Tandoori spice mix
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Lemon juice
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Add the cubed chicken breasts and coat thoroughly in the marinade.
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Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
Tip: Marinating overnight helps tenderize the chicken and intensify the tandoori flavor.
Air Fryer Cooking Method (Using a Ninja Air Fryer)
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Preheat your Ninja air fryer (or similar model) to 160°C (320°F).
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Roast for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
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Once roasting is complete, switch to the Max Crisp (MC) setting:
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Cook for an additional 4 minutes, shaking once halfway through.
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Serve hot, optionally with a side of basmati rice, naan, or a crisp salad.
Why This Tandoori Chicken Recipe Works
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Healthy: Low in fat, high in protein, and packed with flavor.
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Simple Ingredients: Only four ingredients, all easy to find.
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No Tandoor Needed: The air fryer mimics that charred finish beautifully.
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Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a batch and enjoy throughout the week.
This air fryer tandoori chicken is proof that bold flavor doesn’t need a long ingredient list or complicated steps. Just marinate, air fry, and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right at home.