Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes (Can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture); 1/2 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt can be used for a thicker marinade); 1 tablespoon garam masala (Divided use: use half for marinade, half for cooking); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch piece of ginger, grated; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder (Adjust to heat preference); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup heavy cream (Can be substituted with coconut cream for dairy-free); 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish; Cooked basmati rice (For serving)

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A deeply flavorful and creamy tomato-based curry featuring tender marinated chicken, inspired by the iconic Indian dish.

55 min

cook 25 min

Indian

Ingredients

Instructions

Preparation

Marinate the chicken by mixing the chicken cubes with 1 tablespoon of yogurt, a pinch of salt, and half of the garam masala. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until soft and golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, chili powder, and the remaining garam masala to the skillet. Toast the spices for 2 minutes.
Add the marinated chicken, stirring to coat. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Finishing the Sauce

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and the rest of the yogurt. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Finish with a tablespoon of lemon juice and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 g
Calories: 400 kcal
Carbohydrate Content: 12 g
Protein Content: 35 g
Fat Content: 22 g
Fiber Content: 3 g
Sugar Content: 6 g