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Chicken Tikka Masala

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Chicken Tikka Masala is a creamy, spiced Indian-inspired dish with tender marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce, perfect for serving with rice or naan.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cubed

1 cup yogurt

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp butter or oil

1 onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup tomato purée

1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream

1 tsp ground turmeric

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp garam masala

Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. In a large pan, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft and golden, then add garlic and ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, then add tomato purée. Simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add turmeric, coriander, and garam masala, stirring to blend.
  6. Pour in cream, stirring until the sauce becomes rich and smooth.
  7. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes for flavors to meld.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

Marinate chicken for best flavor overnight if possible.

Substitute coconut cream or cashew cream for a dairy-free version.

Adjust spice level by adding chili powder or fresh chilies.

Can substitute chicken with paneer or tofu for a vegetarian version.

Leftovers keep for 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

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