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Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

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A popular Indian-inspired dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This recipe serves 4-6 people and can be served with basmati rice or naan bread. Chicken Tikka Masala is a classic comfort food that combines the flavors of cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper with the creaminess of heavy cream and butter. The dish is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. To make this recipe, you will need chicken breast or thighs, plain yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, butter, tomato puree, and vegetable oil. You will also need a blender or food processor to make the tomato sauce.

Time Cook
30
Level
Intermediate
Calories
520
Allergens
Gluten, Dairy

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds pounds
Chicken Breast or Thighs
0 Calories
1/2 cup cup
Plain Yogurt
50 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Lemon Juice
0 Calories
1 teaspoon teaspoon
Garam Masala
0 Calories
1 teaspoon teaspoon
Cumin
0 Calories
1 teaspoon teaspoon
Coriander
0 Calories
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon
Cayenne Pepper
0 Calories
1 teaspoon teaspoon
Salt
0 Calories
1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
Black Pepper
0 Calories
1 cup cup
Heavy Cream
360 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Butter
140 Calories
1 cup cup
Tomato Puree
25 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Vegetable Oil
190 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
In a blender or food processor, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
2
Add the chicken breast or thighs to the marinade and mix until the chicken is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook until it's browned on all sides and cooked through.
4
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the butter and let it melt. Add the tomato puree and cook until it's heated through.
5
Add the heavy cream to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it's heated through.
6
Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce. Simmer the mixture for a few minutes until the chicken is well coated with the sauce.

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