Description
Chicken Tikka Masala is a beloved dish that beautifully marries tender marinated chicken with a rich and creamy tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices. This delightful recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of India. Each bite delivers an explosion of flavors, from the warmth of cumin and coriander to the luscious creaminess provided by coconut milk or heavy cream. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, serve this Chicken Tikka Masala over fluffy basmati rice or alongside warm naan for a truly indulgent experience. Easy to prepare yet impressive in presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, curry powder, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Add more garlic-ginger paste and diced tomatoes; cook until tomatoes break down (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in coconut milk along with cumin and coriander; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet; simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg