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Leftover Chicken Tikka Masala
This recipe transforms leftover roast chicken into a rich Chicken Tikka Masala. It builds a thick tomato-based sauce with aromatic spices like turmeric, curry powder, and garam masala, infused with garlic, ginger, and chili for warmth. Greek yogurt adds creaminess, while fresh coriander or parsley on top brightens the dish. The combination creates a textured, warming curry ideal for using up cooked chicken and serving alongside basmati rice, naan, or pitta bread.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
2
people
Calories:
426 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 cups roast chicken leftover
- 2 onion
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 tomato large
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 cm ginger root fresh
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon curry powder mild
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoon tomato puree
- 2 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Coriander or parsley, fresh
- ½ red chili pepper
Instructions
- Peel and cut the onions, garlic cloves and ginger.
- Heat up the oil in a pan and fry the onions on a medium heat until golden.
- Add the garlic, chilli and ginger and stir for 10-15 seconds.
- Chop the tomatoes and add them to a pan, then mix well and cook until the tomatoes are mushy.
- Next, add the spices and fry for a few seconds to release their full flavour, then pour in the and water and leave to cook until the water has been absorbed and the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add the sugar, tomato purée, yogurt and check if it needs any salt or pepper.
- Add the cooked chicken, give it a good stir, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley.
- Remove from the heat and serve hot with basmati rice, naan or pitta bread.
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Notes
- Adjust the number of servings easily to suit leftovers by increasing or decreasing the spice quantities proportionally.
- Ensure leftover chicken is pre-cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces before adding to avoid drying it out during simmering.
- Use fresh coriander or parsley for garnish to add brightness and contrast to the rich sauce.
Nutrition Information
Calories
426kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
41g
(82%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
106mg
(35%)
Sodium
147mg
(6%)
Potassium
1244mg
(26%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
2295IU
(46%)
Vitamin C
61.5mg
(68%)
Calcium
102mg
(10%)
Iron
3.7mg
(21%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 426
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 426kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 106mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 147mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 1244mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 2295IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 61.5mg | 68% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3.7mg | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.