A delicious smoky chicken recipe inspired by KFC, featuring a shiny glaze from ketchup.

Smoky Chicken recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 300g)

Main Ingredients

  • Chicken
    Chicken
    600g
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp
  • Lemon (squeezed)
    Lemon (squeezed)
    1clove
  • Ginger garlic paste
    Ginger garlic paste
    2tsp
  • Chili powder
    Chili powder
    2tsp
  • Soy sauce
    Soy sauce
    1tsp
  • Ketchup
    Ketchup
    2tsp

How to make Smoky Chicken

Air Fryer Method

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 170°C.

  2. Step 2

    Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Place the chicken in the air fryer basket.

  4. Step 4

    Bake for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

Pan Cooking Method

  1. Step 1

    Heat a tawa or pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    Cook the chicken for 8 minutes on each side.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

615.0kcal (30.75%)

Protein

90.0g (100%)

Carbs

15.0g (5.45%)

Sugars

5.0g (10%)

Healthy Fat

12.5g

Unhealthy Fat

5.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. You can adjust the amount of chili powder according to your spice preference.

  2. For a crispier texture, increase the cooking time slightly in the air fryer.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of chicken?

    Yes, you can use chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of breast.

  2. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

    Absolutely! You can prepare the chicken in advance and reheat it when needed.

  3. Can I make this recipe without an air fryer?

    Yes, you can pan-cook the chicken on a tawa or skillet.

  4. What can I serve with this smoky chicken?

    It pairs well with rice, salad, or your favorite dipping sauces.

  5. Is this recipe gluten-free?

    Yes, as long as you use gluten-free soy sauce.

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