Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
75 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Marinating
1 hr
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Servings
6
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Calories
496 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
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Chicken tikka masala is a popular Indian-style curry with tender chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted and simmered in creamy curry sauce. It is very comforting and perfect for any curry lover.
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Ingredients
CHICKEN MARINADE
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite-size pieces (use chicken breast or chicken thigh, or both)
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt whole milk
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 teaspoons Coriander
- 2 teaspoons Turmeric
- 2 teaspoons paprika (or use Kashmiri chili)
- salt to taste
TIKKA MASALA SAUCE
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 small bell pepper chopped (Use Kashmiri peppers if you can obtain them, or other local peppers)
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons cayenne powder optional for extra spicy
- salt to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 2 cups tomato sauce or more to taste
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- FOR SERVING: Fresh chopped cilantro, chili flakes, naan, steamed basmati rice
Instructions
MARINATE THE CHICKEN
- Add the chicken pieces to a small bowl. Add the yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, garam masala, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours).
ROAST THE CHICKEN
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Remove the chicken and place the marinated pieces onto skewers. Set them onto a lined baking sheet and bake them for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Set aside. (NOTE: You can also grill or pan cook the chicken if desired).
MAKE THE TIKKA MASALA SAUCE
- Heat the oil in a large pan to medium heat. Add the onion and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add the ginger, garlic, cumin, turmeric, coriander, paprika, cayenne, and garam masala. Stir and cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Stir in the tomato paste, tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. You can simmer longer if you'd like to develop more flavor. Add a bit of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
- Add the heavy cream and stir to mix through.
- Remove the chicken from the skewers and stir it into the simmering sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish and serve! Chicken tikka masala is great with steamed rice and warmed naan bread.
Notes
- The Peppers. Use your favorite local chili peppers for this recipe. It is usually made with Kashmiri peppers for a more authentic experience, though any peppers can be used. Use bell peppers for a milder version.
- The Yogurt. I prefer fresh, plain, whole milk yogurt for this recipe. Greek yogurt will work just fine here, but it a bit thicker and can affect consistency.
- Creaminess. Most recipes call for using heavy cream, though I have seen many variations with coconut milk instead. Make a lighter version with milk, sour cream or crema.
- Leftovers. Store any leftover chicken tikka masala covered in the refrigerator for up to a week. It also freezes nicely in covered containers or freezer bags for 3 months easily.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
496kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
39g
(78%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
155mg
(52%)
Sodium
630mg
(26%)
Potassium
1238mg
(35%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
2578IU
(52%)
Vitamin C
38mg
(42%)
Calcium
132mg
(13%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 496 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 496kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 630mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 1238mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2578IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 38mg | 42% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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