Description
Chicken Tikka Masala is a creamy, spiced Indian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce. It’s perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests with its vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken thighs
- Plain yogurt
- Fresh ginger
- Garlic cloves
- Tomato puree
- Cumin seeds
- Garam masala
- Fresh cilantro
- Coconut milk or cream
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, and garam masala. Add cubed chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat; sauté chopped onions until golden brown.
- 3. Add tomato puree and spices: Stir in tomato puree and remaining spices; simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- 4. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the sauce; cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- 5. Create creamy sauce: Stir in coconut milk or cream and simmer briefly before serving.
- 6. Serve hot: Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Substitute chicken with tofu or paneer for a vegetarian option. - Add vegetables like peas or spinach for added nutrition.