Description
Experience the warm, comforting flavors of chicken tikka masala, featuring marinated chicken simmered in a creamy tomato sauce—perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- Spices: cumin, coriander, garam masala
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Naan or rice for serving
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and salt in a bowl. Add cubed chicken to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Add Tomato Puree: Stir in tomato puree and remaining spices. Cook until bubbling and aromatic.
- 4. Incorporate Creamy Goodness: Pour in coconut milk or heavy cream and let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- 5. Add Marinated Chicken: Stir in marinated chicken and simmer for another 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- 6. Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan or fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg