Chicken Tikka Masala: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Favorite
A delicious and flavorful take on the traditional chicken tikka masala, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the diced chicken in yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, and cumin for at least 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, add chopped onion, and sauté until golden.
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and sugar, simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
- Adjust spice levels based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Tikka Masala, Indian Cuisine, Chicken Recipes