Chicken Tikka Masala
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4.8
159 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
308 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Chicken Tikka Masala
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Forget Indian takeout or going out to eat, homemade Chicken Tikka Masala is easy to make! Serve with basmati rice and naan for a delicious Indian meal at home!
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Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 1/2 cup whole milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garam marsala
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or grapeseed oil
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (28 oz) can diced or crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves optional
- Basmati rice and naan bread for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, garam marsala, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and stir until the chicken is well coated. Let the chicken marinate in the yogurt sauce for at least 30 minutes. You can refrigerate the chicken overnight.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the onion and cook until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, ginger, garlic, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper and cook until well combined, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes
- Stir in the cream and lemon juice. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with rice and naan, if desired.
Notes
- Garam masala is an Indian spice and can be found in the spice aisle at most grocery stores. Will keep covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
6g
Calories
308kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Cholesterol
138mg
(46%)
Sodium
798mg
(33%)
Potassium
597mg
(17%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
910IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
80mg
(8%)
Iron
2.5mg
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 308 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 308kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 798mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 910IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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