Chicken Tikka Masala
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5.0
150 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Marinating time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
264 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Indian
Chicken Tikka Masala
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This Chicken Tikka Masala is one of our favorite Indian dishes of all time. Tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce is so easy to make at home. A must try!
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Ingredients
Marinade:
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces
- 5 wooden skewers
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garam masala (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional Sides:
- 6 pieces naan bread
- 3 cups rice cooked
- 1 cup cucumber yogurt (see recipe HERE)
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Instructions
For the Marinade
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, garam masala, cayenne, pepper, ginger, and salt. Stir in chicken, cover, refrigerate 1 hour.
- Preheat a grill for high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers and discard marinade.
- Grill chicken skewers 5 minutes on each side.
For the Sauce
- Melt butter in a large skillet or dutch oven over medium heat. Saute garlic for 1 minute.
- Season with cumin, paprika, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on medium low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
- Add grilled chicken to the sauce, and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro. Serve with rice, naan bread, and cucumber yogurt.
Notes
- I am not a fan of onions, so I didn't include them in this recipe. However, you can add a diced yellow onion and saute it with the garlic.
- Want Chicken Tikka Masala on the table quicker? Try our Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala recipe.
- For a more authentic taste, use a can of full fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
264kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Cholesterol
101mg
(34%)
Sodium
1093mg
(46%)
Potassium
469mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1335IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
101mg
(10%)
Iron
1.7mg
(9%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 264kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 1093mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 469mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1335IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
150 reviews
Excellent
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