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Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

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Chicken tikka masala is a beloved Indian dish featuring tender marinated chicken in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. This easy recipe brings authentic flavors to your kitchen, making any meal feel like a celebration.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Plain yogurt
  • Garlic and ginger
  • Garam masala
  • Canned tomatoes
  • Coconut milk or cream
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, ginger, and garam masala. Add cubed chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken in batches until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
  3. 3. Create the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent. Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. 4. Add creaminess: Stir in coconut milk or cream and blend until smooth (3-5 minutes).
  5. 5. Combine chicken and sauce: Return seared chicken to the skillet and simmer together for 10-15 minutes.
  6. 6. Serve hot over rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg