What matters
Avoid thick yogurt clumps so the surface can roast.
Everyday cooking Recipe
Air fryer yogurt chicken
Air fryer yogurt chicken with cumin, paprika and garlic. Marinate small breast pieces in the refrigerator, then cook through in a single layer.
Total time
1 hr 2 min
Calories
246 kcal
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Marinade adds flavour; doneness needs checking
Two meat portions without rice or bread. Preparation includes 30 minutes marinating in the refrigerator. This is a simple yogurt marinade, not a traditional tandoor recipe.
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Recipe
Air fryer yogurt chicken
Air fryer yogurt chicken with cumin, paprika and garlic. Marinate small breast pieces in the refrigerator, then cook through in a single layer.
Ingredients
2 servings
Method
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1
Prepare
Cut chicken into cubes about 2.5 cm across. Mix yogurt with lemon juice, oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Do not wash raw poultry. Clean hands and utensils after handling raw meat.
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2
Mix and season
Mix chicken with all marinade, cover and chill 30 minutes. Cook with its thin coating; never use leftovers from the raw-meat bowl as a cold dip.
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3
Cook
If required by the manufacturer, preheat for 3 minutes at 180 °C. Cook in one layer with gaps about 14 minutes at 180 °C. Turn after 7 minutes. Measure the thickest piece and continue if needed. Check that the thickest part reaches at least 70 °C for 2 minutes; continue cooking if needed.
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4
Check and serve
Remove with clean tongs and serve promptly. Browned spices alone do not prove the poultry is cooked inside.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Air fryer yogurt chicken
Serving guidance
Rice, flatbread and a fresh yogurt dip are extra ingredients.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Turkey breast cut similarly also needs a safe core-temperature check.
Stir chilli into marinade for more heat.
Nutrition per serving
246kcal
2.4 gCarbohydrates
37.0 gProtein
9.5 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Air fryer yogurt chicken
No, acidity replaces neither refrigeration nor thorough cooking.
Not after raw-meat contact. Use separate fresh yogurt for a dip.
Milk solids and spices brown at the surface before the centre is necessarily cooked.
Not with the same timing, which is specifically for small cubes.
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