Description
Air Fryer Tandoori Turkey Breast is a vibrant and mouthwatering dish that combines the traditional spices of tandoori cooking with the convenience of air frying. This recipe features a tender, juicy turkey breast marinated in a creamy yogurt and spice blend, making it an easy yet impressive meal for any occasion. Ready in under an hour, this flavorful dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless turkey breast
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tbsp tandoori masala
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Turkey: In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Coat the turkey breast thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- 3. Prepare Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- 4. Cook the Turkey: Place marinated turkey breast in the basket and cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- 5. Check Temperature: Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If not, cook for additional minutes as needed.
- 6. Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg