Chicken Tikka Masala is a popular Indian dish known for its rich and creamy sauce. This recipe features tender pieces of marinated chicken cooked in a spiced tomato cream sauce, creating a delicious and aromatic meal that’s perfect for a special dinner.
- Cooking Time
1 hour 30 minutes - Difficulty
Medium - Difficulty
19$
Ingredients
- For the marinade:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Cooked basmati rice, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken:
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
- Cook the chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala. Stir well to combine.
- Add the diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Finish the dish:
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce is thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve:
- Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala over cooked basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Chicken Tikka Masala is a rich and flavorful dish that’s perfect for an exotic dinner. Enjoy the tender chicken in a creamy and aromatic sauce, paired perfectly with basmati rice. Bon appétit!
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