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Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala

5 from 1 vote
Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the most popular dishes in United Kingdom and for good reason. This flavorful dish made with grilled marinated chicken pieces in a delicious spiced curry sauce is by far one of the best ways to introduce yourself and friends to Indian cuisine.
Servings 6 servings
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
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Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1 ¾ pounds (800g) boneless , skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (5g) salt
  • 3/4 cup (180g) plain yogurt
  • 6 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 inch (3cm) fresh ginger , finely grated
  • 2 tsp (4g) garam masala
  • 1 tsp (3g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (3g) turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp (3g) red chili powder
  • 1 tsp (3g) paprika
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) oil

For the sauce

  • 3 tbsp (45ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion , chopped
  • 8 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 inch (3cm) fresh ginger , finely grated
  • 1 ½ tsp (3g) garam masala
  • 1 ½ tsp (4g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (3g) turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp (2g) ground coriander
  • 1 tsp (3g) red chili powder
  • 1 ½ tsp (4g) paprika
  • 28 oz (800g) tomato puree
  • 1 ½ tsp (7g) salt
  • 1 cup (240g) cream
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) water
  • Fresh cilantro

For serving

Instructions
 

Prepare chicken marinade.

  • Place chicken pieces in a large bowl. Add lemon juice and salt and stir to combine. Add yogurt, garlic, ginger ,all the remaining spices and oil and stir to combine.  Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat grill to 425F (220C). Arrange the chicken pieces onto a rack that is placed over a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Grill for 10-15 minutes until chicken starts to blacken in spots.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and set aside until ready to add it in the sauce.

Prepare the sauce.

  • Heat oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Add chopped onion and cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Add garlic and ginger and cook for about 1 minute more until fragrant. Add garam masala, ground cumin, turmeric and coriander and cook a few seconds more until fragrant, while stirring continuously.
  • Add tomato puree, chili powder, paprika and salt. Stir to combine. Add water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 -20 minutes.
  • Stir in cream, add grilled chicken and cook for 5-8 minutes more to allow chicken to cook through.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over basmati rice and/or Naan. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 6Calories: 572kcalCarbohydrates: 27.4gProtein: 45.3gFat: 31.8gSaturated Fat: 10.3gCholesterol: 151mgSugar: 13.3g
Calories: 572kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: chicken dishes, chicken tikka, chicken tikka masala, curry, tikka masala, tomato curry sauce