An easy recipe for malai chicken boti, perfect for any time of the day. Made with bite-sized pieces of chicken marinated in a flavorful green masala blend, it's delicious when served with roti or naan.
1: In a blender or food processor, grind cilantro, green chilies, desiccated coconut, roasted/ground cumin, roasted/ground coriander, salt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, white pepper, and water to make the green masala.
2: Mix the green masala with chicken pieces and marinate for a minimum of 20 minutes or overnight.
3: Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes.
4: Place the marinated chicken pieces in the air fryer and cook at 360°F for 20 minutes, flipping at the 10-minute mark.
5: For a traditional oven, preheat to 350°F and cook for 35-40 minutes, flipping at the 20-minute mark and broiling for color.