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5 from 19 votes

Air Fryer Chicken Curry

This Air Fryer Curry Chicken is a quick and easy way to get your curry fix!
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time1 hour 7 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Method: Air Fryer
Servings: 4
Calories: 356kcal

Equipment

  • 6 quart air fyrer
  • Large bowl
  • shallow baking dish

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic cloves minced
  • 5 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • Dash of salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • chopped cilantro for garnish
  • ½ teasoon cayenne powder optional

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add the chicken, onion, and garlic. Add the oil and spices and mix. Marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Place curry into a pan that fits your air fryer basket. Use a shallow pan to spread out the chicken.
  • Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Remove cooked chicken and juices to a mixing bowl. Add cream and corn-starch slurry. Mix.
  • Place back in the pan and air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 7 more minutes.
  • Remove and serve topped with chopped cilantro and paired with basmati rice and fresh warm naan.

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Notes

  • Be sure to use a pan or basket that will fit in your air fryer.
  • If you are using chicken thighs, you may need to add a little extra time to ensure that the chicken is done.
  • Try to cut your chicken into similar-sized pieces so that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Use an instant-read meat thermometer to make sure that your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
  • Add some crunch to this recipe by adding peanuts or cashews.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 766mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg