Chicken Tikka Masala
Indulge in this vibrant Chicken Tikka Masala, where tender chicken meets a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Perfect for any gathering, it’s a dish that brings people together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, grated ginger, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Let marinate for at least one hour.
- 2. Sauté onions and spices: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until golden brown. Stir in remaining spices until fragrant.
- 3. Add tomatoes and simmer: Pour in crushed tomatoes with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 4. Create creaminess: Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream and let simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes.
- 5. Cook the chicken: Add marinated chicken to the pan and cook until no longer pink inside (15–20 minutes).
- 6. Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving hot with rice or naan.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
- Use coconut milk for a richer, dairy-free version.
- Let the sauce simmer longer for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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