Chicken Curry in Air Fryer
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 476kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Immersion blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1-½ pound Chicken cubed
- 2 Tomatoes sliced in half
- 1 tsp Grated ginger
- ½ Medium onion Sliced or diced
- 1 tsp Minced garlic
- 1 tbsp Salted butter
- 2 tsp Curry powder
- ½ tsp Cumin
- ½ tsp Coriander
- ¼ tsp Smoked paprikaSmoked paprika
- ⅓ tsp Chili powder
- ⅔ cup Heavy cream
- Fresh coriander for topping
Instructions
- Roast Tomato and OnionThis recipe is all about convenience (I think I emphasized this enough), all prepared in your air fryer. While having two air fryers can speed things up, one is perfectly enough. Now, the first step is to make the yummy sauce.Begin by arranging the tomatoes cut side up, along with the onion, in a small oven-safe dish that fits inside your air basket. You can also use a cake barrel for this step. Roast the tomatoes in the air fryer for approximately 25 minutes or until they become soft and acquire a delightful char.
- Preparing the Flavorful Curry BaseAfter the tomatoes and onions are roasted, throw in the garlic, ginger, butter, curry powder, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and chili powder. Let the spices cook for an extra five minutes in the air fryer.Next, blend everything with the cream. You can either use an immersion blender directly in the dish or transfer the contents to a food processor and then return the mixture to the dish.
- Cook the ChickenArrange the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket, lightly spraying them with oil and sprinkling with paprika. Cook it at a temperature of 380°F/190°C for 5-8 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C as measured by an instant-read food thermometer. However, if using a second air fryer, you can cook the chicken during the final 10 minutes of preparing the sauce.
- Finishing Touches and ServingAfter the chicken is cooked, mix it with the prepared sauce. Reheat the curry sauce in the air fryer basket and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Serve this delicious curry with naan bread or rice for a satisfying meal.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
This chicken curry is versatile and goes well with many side dishes. Enjoy it hot over fluffy basmati rice for a classic pairing, or with warm naan bread for a comforting meal at home. Furthermore, if you are craving some greens, you can add sauteed spinach or a simple cucumber salad to contrast with the curry’s rich flavor.