Description
Chicken Tikka Masala is a beloved dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine. This creamy, spiced chicken dish features tender pieces of chicken marinated in yogurt and fragrant spices, then simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce. Perfectly paired with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan, Chicken Tikka Masala offers an explosion of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the bustling streets of India. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-follow recipe will ensure you create a satisfying meal that delights everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons garlic and ginger paste
- Ground spices: cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, and spices in a bowl. Coat the chicken pieces well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in tomato puree and cook for another 5 minutes until thickened.
- Lower the heat and mix in heavy cream along with remaining spices. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan and let it simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg