Description
A delicious and creamy Chicken Tikka Masala recipe with tender marinated chicken in a flavorful sauce. This classic Indian dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinated Chicken:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and salt. Add chicken, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the Chicken: Brown marinated chicken in oil, then set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté onion, add spices, tomato sauce, and simmer. Add chicken back to the pan and finish with cream.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and enjoy with rice or naan.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk and yogurt.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
