Tandoori Chicken Skewers With Spiced Rice Recipe
Indian cuisine · 132 calories
About this recipe
These Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Spiced Rice are an irresistible snack perfect for a busy day. Juicy chicken breast cubes are marinated in a blend of traditional Indian spices, ginger, garlic, and lemon juice, then cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a quick and healthy protein boost. Paired with chilled cucumber and carrot strips for crunch, this dish offers a balanced mix of bold flavors and textures. Ideal for gym meal prep or a satisfying mid-day bite, the dish is packed with 25 grams of protein, 240 calories, and a vibrant aroma. Dive into this Indian-inspired culinary experience that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- NaN Fresh Halal Chicken Breast - Boneless Without Skin
- - Jalpur Rice Flour
- 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
- 100 g Yorkshire English Carrots 100G
- 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
- 1 Lemon - 1 Each
- - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
- 240G Spice Kitchen Curry Blend Trio, 240G
- 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
- 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
- - Alpro Simply Plain Big Pot Yogurt Alternative
- 1 Kg Arborio Risotto Rice, 1Kg
- - Fresh Asian Coriander Bunch
- 250 Ml Huilerie Beaujolaise Organic Rapeseed Oil, Cold Pressed, 250Ml
- 100 G Rajah Garam Masala
- - Sunita Lemon Juice Organic
- 100 g Ginger - 100g
- 100 G Trs Ground Cumin Jeera Powder
Instructions
- 1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and set aside in a bowl.
- 2. Grate the ginger and garlic, then mix them with lemon juice, curry blend, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Coat the chicken cubes with the spice mixture and marinate for 15 minutes.
- 4. While marinating, julienne the cucumber and carrots and keep them chilled as a side.
- 5. Skewer the marinated chicken pieces onto bamboo sticks, ensuring even spacing.
- 6. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 5 minutes and brush the skewers with olive oil.
- 7. Place the chicken skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- 8. In a separate bowl, mix rice flour with a pinch of salt and pepper for dusting the cooked skewers.
- 9. Once the skewers are cooked, lightly dust them with the rice flour mixture.
- 10. Serve the chicken skewers hot with the chilled cucumber and carrot side.
How to make Tandoori Chicken Skewers With Spiced Rice
- Marinate the chicken. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes. Mix grated ginger and garlic with lemon juice, curry blend, salt and pepper, coat the chicken and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the side. While the chicken marinates, julienne the cucumber and carrots and keep them chilled to serve as a cool side.
- Skewer the chicken. Thread the marinated chicken onto bamboo skewers with even spacing, preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 5 minutes and brush the skewers with olive oil.
- Air fry the skewers. Cook the skewers in the air fryer basket for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through. Mix rice flour with a pinch of salt and pepper and lightly dust the cooked skewers.
- Serve hot. Serve the dusted chicken skewers hot from the air fryer, with the chilled cucumber and carrot side alongside.
Frequently asked questions
- How long do Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Spiced Rice take?
- About 30 minutes: 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The chicken marinates while you prepare the cucumber and carrot side.
- Can I cook Tandoori Chicken Skewers in the oven?
- Yes, bake them on a rack in a hot oven, turning halfway. A quick blast under the grill adds a charred finish.
- How long should I marinate tandoori chicken?
- At least 15 minutes, but a few hours in the fridge gives a deeper flavour. Add yoghurt to the marinade for more tender chicken.
- Should I soak bamboo skewers before cooking?
- Yes, soaking them in water stops them burning in the air fryer or grill. Leave a small gap between pieces so the heat reaches all sides.
- What do you serve with tandoori chicken skewers?
- Serve them with the chilled cucumber and carrot sticks, spiced rice and a cooling yoghurt dip. Warm naan also goes well.