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High-Protein Chicken Angara Tangdi Kabab (Air Fryer)

Recipe by Shweta Gupta on InstagramAdded 31 October 2026.

45 minutes to prep, 25 to cook. These high‑protein chicken Angara Tangdi Kababs are marinated in a fragrant blend of spices, malai, and mustard oil, then crisped to perfection in an air fryer. The result is a juicy, smoky kebab that's quick to prepare and perfect for a protein‑packed dinner.

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High-Protein Chicken Angara Tangdi Kabab (Air Fryer) by Shweta Gupta, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Combine all spices, malai, mustard oil, curd, and Kashmiri red chilli paste with the chicken thighs and mix well.

  2. Let the marinated chicken rest for 45 minutes.

  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (392°F) for 2 minutes.

  4. Place the marinated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket.

  5. Air‑fry at 350°F (338°F) for 10 minutes, then flip the pieces.

  6. Air‑fry the other side at 350°F for another 10 minutes.

  7. Check for doneness; if not fully cooked, continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes at the same temperature.

Tips while you cook

Rest the Marinade
Allow the chicken to rest for 45 minutes after mixing with the spices and sauces.
Preheat Briefly
Preheat the air fryer to 200 °C for 2 minutes before adding the chicken.
Flip Mid‑Cook
Flip the chicken pieces after the first 10‑minute air‑fry cycle.
Check Doneness
If the chicken isn’t fully cooked, continue air‑frying for an additional 5 minutes at the same temperature.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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