Description
This air fryer tandoori chicken wings recipe offers a spicy, flavorful twist on traditional chicken wings. The wings are marinated in a rich mix of tandoori spices and yogurt, then cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon ginger powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, tandoori masala, garlic powder, ginger powder, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well.
- Add chicken wings to the marinade, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- Remove wings from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Brush wings lightly with vegetable oil.
- Place wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook wings for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and cooked through.
- Check internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Serve with a side of cooling cucumber raita for balance.
- These wings can be garnished with fresh cilantro or lime wedges for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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