Description
A delicious blend of spices and herbs in these Tandoori Chicken Burgers, topped with a refreshing herb mayo. Perfect for a summer meal!
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 tablespoon kasoori methi (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder (or use ½ to 1 teaspoon additional cayenne)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup finely chopped mint
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 1 small jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (remove seeds, if you prefer less spicy)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- salt (to taste)
- 4 buns
- lettuce leaves (as needed)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken. Add all the ingredients listed under “for the tandoori chicken” into a bowl and mix until well combined. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat them evenly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for a few hours for more flavor.
- To air fry. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place chicken thighs, smooth side down and cook for 5 minutes. Using tongs, flip so that the smooth side is facing up. Continue cooking at the same temperature for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- To broil. Place an oven-safe wire rack on a large baking sheet and arrange the chicken thighs on the rack, smooth side up. Position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat element, then place the baking sheet in the oven. Set the oven to broil and cook for 20–25 minutes, until the chicken begins to char. Turn off the oven, remove the baking sheet, and transfer the chicken to a wire rack to rest.
- Mix all ingredients under ‘for the herb mayo’ in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Spread a generous layer of the herb lemon mayo on the inside of both the top and bottom buns. Place the tandoori chicken on the bottom bun, top with lettuce, then cover with the top bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For additional spice, you can add more cayenne to the marinade.
- This recipe can also be grilled instead of air-fried or broiled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fry, Broil
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg