Chicken Tikka Masala

Chunks of roasted marinated chicken (tikka) in a spiced curry sauce. The sauce is creamy and orange-colored. One of the most popular curries worldwide.

40mTime
MediumDifficulty
4 pplServings
IndianCuisine
Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

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Proteins

1
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast

Produce

1
  • 1 large Onion

Dairy & Eggs

2
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Plain
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Sauces & Oils

3
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 2 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1.5 cups Tomato Puree

Spices & Seasoning

4
  • 2 tbsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder

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Tags

IndianCurryChickenComfort FoodMainSpicyGluten Free

Instructions

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chicken chunks in yogurt and 1 tbsp garam_masala for at least 30 mins (or overnight).

Grill or the chicken in a hot pan/oven until charred (it doesn't need to be fully cooked inside). Set aside.

Heat oil in a pot. Sauté onion until soft and golden. Add ginger_garlic_paste and cook for 1 minute.

Add spices (turmeric, cumin, chili, remaining garam_masala) and toast for 30 seconds.

Pour in tomato_puree and for 10-15 minutes until sauce thickens and oil separates.

Add cooked chicken and heavy_cream. for 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Serve hot with naan or rice.