Chicken Tikka Masala
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Chicken Tikka Masala, a beloved dish that embodies the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine. Tender, marinated chicken is simmered in a luscious tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices that create an unforgettable taste experience. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, this dish promises to delight your palate and impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or ghee)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat thoroughly. Marinate in the fridge for at least one hour or overnight.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken pieces until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes per batch).
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions until translucent (5-6 minutes). Stir in diced tomatoes and simmer until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Reduce heat and gradually add coconut milk or cream while stirring. Simmer until slightly thickened (5-10 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet with its juices and simmer for another 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving over basmati rice or with naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg