About This Recipe
These air fryer tandoori chicken wings are blazing with flavor and done in about 30 minutes. A creamy mint–cucumber raita cools the heat, making this an easy, low-carb crowd-pleaser for game day, weeknights, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 lb (900 g) chicken wings, patted very dry
- 1/2 cup full‑fat Greek yogurt (for marinade)
- 1 1/2 tbsp tandoori spice blend (or paprika, cumin, coriander, garlic, ginger)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, plus extra to finish
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp fine salt, plus more to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp aluminum‑free baking powder (for extra crisp)
- For the raita: 1/2 cup full‑fat Greek yogurt, 1/2 medium cucumber (grated & squeezed dry), 1 tbsp fresh mint (finely chopped), 1 tsp lemon juice, pinch black pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the wings: Pat wings very dry. For extra-crispy skin, toss with baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk yogurt, tandoori spice, lemon juice, avocado oil, and remaining salt.
- Marinate: Coat wings lightly (shake off excess). Rest 15–30 minutes at room temp, or up to 6 hours chilled.
- Air fry: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Arrange wings in a single layer and cook 18–22 minutes, flipping at 10 minutes, until deeply browned and 165°F (74°C) internal. Air-fry 2–3 minutes more for extra char if desired.
- Make the raita: Mix yogurt, grated/squeezed cucumber, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Finish: Rest wings 3 minutes. Spritz with lemon and a pinch of tandoori spice. Garnish with cilantro.
- Serve: Plate with mint–cucumber raita and lemon wedges.
Keto Focus
No breading or added sugar, just protein-rich wings and a full‑fat yogurt marinade for satisfying fats. The air fryer delivers crispy texture without starchy coatings, keeping net carbs low.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 33g
- Fat: 36g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Net Carbs: 2.5g
Tips & Variations
- Spice level: Add cayenne or chili powder for extra heat, or keep it mild with sweet paprika.
- Dairy-free option: Swap the yogurt for full‑fat coconut cream; add 1 tsp lime juice for tang.
- Even crispier: Dry the wings uncovered in the fridge for 4–12 hours before cooking.
- Make it a meal: Serve with cauliflower rice, simple cucumbers, or a leafy green salad.
- Halal-friendly: Use halal-certified chicken and yogurt to fit halal diets.