Description
Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful, aromatic dish that brings vibrant Indian cuisine into your home. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt (full-fat)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and salt. Add chicken; coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 2. Sauté onions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions; cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- 3. Add spices: Stir in garam masala; cook for 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes with juices.
- 4. Simmer sauce: Reduce heat; let simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Incorporate coconut milk: Stir in coconut milk until combined.
- 6. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the sauce; cook for approximately 15 minutes until fully cooked.
- 7. Garnish and serve: Top with fresh cilantro before serving alongside basmati rice or naan.
Notes
- For a milder dish, adjust spices according to taste.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg