Chicken Tikka Masala
Savor the rich, aromatic flavors of Chicken Tikka Masala, a delightful dish combining tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and sear until golden brown on all sides (about 5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Create the Sauce Base: In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent (about 4–5 minutes).
- Add Tomatoes and Simmer: Stir in diced tomatoes along with any leftover marinade. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Finish Cooking: Stir in coconut milk and return seared chicken to the pan. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy with rice or naan.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, substitute Greek yogurt with additional coconut milk.
- Add spinach to incorporate more nutrients into your meal.
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor and tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg