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Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks

Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks

I’m very happy to share with you one of my favorite dishes: air fryer tandoori chicken drumsticks. This dish is bursting with bold flavors from the traditional Indian spices and has a wonderful smoky aroma.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 68 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons tandoori masala, 1 tablespoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and paprika.

Combining Ingredients for Tandoori Marinade

2. Add 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional), 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 inch grated ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.

3. Mix until smooth to create the tandoori marinade.

adding garlic ginger to marinade

4. Make 2-3 slashes on each chicken drumstick with a knife.

5. Coat the drumsticks thoroughly with the marinade.

Coating Chicken Drumsticks in Marinade

6. Place the marinated drumsticks on a tray, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

7. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.

8. Arrange the marinated drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

Arranging Drumsticks in Air Fryer and Cooking

9. Cook for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

10. Serve hot with naan, rice, chutney, or a fresh salad. Enjoy your flavorful air fryer tandoori chicken drumsticks!

Notes

Always check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken is fully cooked.

  • Author: Suborna Tanchangya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Marinating time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
  • Calories: 250 per serving
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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