Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Chicken Tikka Masala, a beloved Indian dish that brings together tender marinated chicken and a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This recipe is not just a meal; it’s a culinary experience that showcases a harmonious blend of spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, this comforting dish pairs beautifully with basmati rice or warm naan bread. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, Chicken Tikka Masala is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and yogurt for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken in batches until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes before adding heavy cream.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving hot with basmati rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg