Introduction: Air frying a whole tandoori chicken brings out the classic flavors of Indian cuisine with a crispy exterior and tender, juicy meat. This recipe uses a homemade tandoori marinade to infuse the chicken with aromatic spices, making it a perfect centerpiece for any meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds), cleaned and patted dry
- 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt works well)
- 3 tablespoons tandoori masala spice mix
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste (or 1 teaspoon each of grated ginger and garlic)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions: