Chicken Tikka Masala: A Juicy Classic You Can Easily Master
A flavorful and creamy Indian dish that is easy to prepare at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken, cubed
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken cubes in yogurt, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and salt for at least 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and cook for another 10 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder or fresh chilies.
- Letting the chicken marinate overnight enhances the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Chicken Tikka Masala, Indian Cuisine, Easy Recipes