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Spiced Tandoori Chicken Feast

Name: Spiced Tandoori Chicken Feast
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 500g chicken thighs (boneless); 2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix; 150g Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 400g cauliflower florets; 300g baby potatoes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish

A vibrant and flavorful dinner featuring juicy tandoori chicken, spiced cauliflower, and crispy baby potatoes, all cooked perfectly in your air fryer.

~35 mintotal~544 kcalper serving~51g protein~30g carbs~26g fat

Estimated. Worked out from the ingredients using the UK food composition tables, so treat it as a guide rather than a measurement. A typical recipe lands within about a quarter of the true figure. Makes about 3.

Ingredients

500g chicken thighs (boneless)
2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix
150g Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
400g cauliflower florets
300g baby potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking Steps

1. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, tandoori spice mix, lemon juice, and salt to create the marinade. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly in the marinade and let them rest for 10 minutes while preparing the other components.
3. Meanwhile, wash and halve the baby potatoes, then toss them in olive oil and salt. Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes at 200°C (400°F).
4. After 10 minutes, add the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the potatoes and cook for an additional 14 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through at the 7-minute mark.
5. While the chicken and potatoes are cooking, toss the cauliflower florets in a little olive oil and your choice of seasoning (like paprika or cumin). After the chicken has cooked for 10 minutes, add the cauliflower to the basket around the chicken and potatoes for the last 8 minutes.
6. Once the timer goes off, ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F). If necessary, give it an additional 2-3 minutes. Then, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. Plate the meal by arranging the crispy potatoes, cauliflower, and sliced tandoori chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Optional Enhancements

Chicken thighs can be replaced with chicken breasts or tofu for a vegetarian option.
Cauliflower can be substituted with broccoli or Brussels sprouts.
Baby potatoes can be switched for sweet potatoes or mashed potatoes.

Plant & Growing Tips

Cauliflower

Plant seedlings in rich, well-drained soil in full sun after the last frost for best head development.
Ensure consistent moisture and ample space, about 18-24 inches between plants, for healthy growth.
Once the head starts to form, tie the outer leaves over it to blanch and protect it from sun, keeping it white and tender.

Potatoes

Plant certified seed potatoes in early spring after the last frost, in a sunny spot with loose, well-drained soil.
As stems grow, 'hill up' soil around them, leaving only the top leaves exposed, to encourage more tuber formation.
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering, to support tuber development.

Cilantro

Sow seeds directly in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, making successive plantings every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply.
Keep soil consistently moist and consider planting in a cooler spot or providing some afternoon shade to delay bolting in warmer climates.
Cilantro can be grown in containers, ensuring pots have good drainage and are at least 6-8 inches deep.

Natural Pest Control

Monitor cauliflower for cabbage worms; hand-pick them or use fine netting to prevent moths from laying eggs.

Check potato plants regularly for Colorado potato beetles and their larvae, removing them by hand into soapy water.

Spray cilantro leaves with a strong jet of water to dislodge aphids, or introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs.

Practice crop rotation for potatoes to prevent soil-borne diseases and pests from building up.

Harvest