Description
Chicken Tikka Masala is a beloved Indian dish that combines tender marinated chicken with a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This recipe captures the essence of authentic flavors, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners or special gatherings. Enjoy a delightful blend of spices and textures that will transport your taste buds straight to India!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat recommended)
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic and ginger paste, curry powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Let marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Sauté onions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet along with leftover marinade. Cook until no longer pink (about 7 minutes), stirring frequently.
- 4. Create sauce: Stir in tomato puree and coconut milk to form the sauce; add garam masala. Mix well.
- 5. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes to develop flavors.
- 6. Serve: Transfer Chicken Tikka Masala to plates or bowls and serve with rice or naan bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with paneer or chickpeas. - Adjust spice levels by using mild or hot curry powder according to your preference. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.