Low Fat Air Fryer Ayam (Indonesian Style Chicken)

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Low Fat Air Fryer Ayam, an Indonesian-style chicken dish that’s healthy and irresistibly aromatic. Infused with a vibrant marinade made from fresh shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, turmeric, and lime juice, this recipe captures the essence of Indonesian cuisine while keeping it light and guilt-free. The air fryer ensures the chicken thighs are perfectly golden and tender, while a touch of coconut milk adds creaminess without excess fat. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, this easy, low-fat recipe delivers big on flavor and is perfect for pairing with steamed rice or a crisp salad. Enjoy the authentic taste of Indonesia, all while making a health-conscious choice!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 4 whole shallots
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 stalk lemongrass
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper powder
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 100 milliliters coconut milk

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the marinade. Peel the shallots, garlic, and ginger, then roughly chop them.

Step 2

Bruise the lemongrass stalk by gently crushing it with the back of a knife.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped shallots, garlic, ginger, bruised lemongrass, turmeric powder, coriander powder, white pepper powder, lime juice, sweet soy sauce, salt, and olive oil. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs in a large mixing bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss to ensure each piece is well coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. For best results, let it marinate overnight.

Step 5

After marination, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (356°F) for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

While the air fryer is preheating, add coconut milk to the marinated chicken and mix well.

Step 8

Spray the basket of your air fryer lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Place the marinated chicken thighs into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket.

Step 10

Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 180°C (356°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden color on the outside.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Low Fat Air Fryer Ayam with steamed rice or salad, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1010.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1662.6

Total Fat 81.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 3344.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 162.7g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 224.1mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2715.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 39.4%

Carbs: 16.3%