Easy chicken tikka masala thighs
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4.5
Easy chicken tikka masala thighs
Description
The recipe involves blending a mixture of onions, garlic, ginger, tomato puree, and spices including coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and garam masala into a smooth curry paste. Chicken thighs are scored to allow better absorption of the sauce, then placed on a wire rack over a dish, coated generously with the curry paste. They bake at a high temperature followed by a brief broil to deepen the sauce’s caramelization and flavor.
This dish pairs well with side staples like basmati rice or naan bread and can serve as a main meal that balances aromatic spices with tender, succulent chicken thighs. Resting the chicken before serving helps juices redistribute, preserving moistness in each bite.
Ingredients
- 1 onion quartered
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp ginger crushed
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp cumin ground
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 chicken thighs
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 200ºC/400ºF.
- Combine all the ingredients (except for the chicken) in a blender and mix until smooth.
- Cut a few slices into each chicken thigh then place on a wire rack over an oven-proof dish.
- Place the chicken thighs on the wire rack then pour over the curry paste/sauce. Push the sauce into the slices then place into the oven.
- Allow to bake for 25 mins or until the chicken is cooked, then turn on the grill/broiler and allow the top of the chicken to caramelise for another 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 mins before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 483 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 483kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 77g | 154% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 246mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 891mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1207mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 618IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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