Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe that Will Explode Your Mouth with Taste

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Chicken Tikka Masala

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Chicken tikka masala is a typical Indian dish you can serve for any occasion as it is very rich in flavours, super nutritious and a low-cost meal. The most important part of the recipe is marinating the meat, as it will give it that particular taste that everyone loves. The mix of spices used is called garam masala, a blend of pepper, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, cardamom, cloves and nutmeg, and is widely used in Indian cuisine. Use all the spices as indicated, and remember to leave the meat marinating overnight.

  • Total Time: 75 Minutes

Ingredients

Scale
  • 800 g chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 150 g Greek Yogurt
  • 30 g fresh ginger
  • 5 g garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 small lime
  • Salt, to taste

Sauce:

  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 300 ml tomato puree
  • 50 ml whole liquid fresh cream
  • 20 g brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add  Greek yoghurt, garam masala, smoked paprika, freshly grated ginger, lime juice, garlic powder and a pinch of salt. Whisk well to combine.
  2. Add chicken cut into cubes and mix well to coat.
  3. Cover and refrigerate overnight. 
  4. Arrange chicken onto a baking sheet covered with parchment paper and cook for 25 minutes in a preheated oven at 220°C.
  5. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  6. Add chopped onion and jalapeno. Cook for several minutes until the onion is lightly golden.
  7. Add cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly. 
  8. Pour in the tomato puree and add brown sugar. 
  9. Cook for 10 minutes over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally.
  10. Add whole liquid fresh cream and cook for an additional 3 minutes. 
  11. Add the chicken and chopped parsley to the sauce and stir well.
  12. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Serve with white rice and/or some fresh salad.
  • You can refrigerate the chicken tikka masala for up to 2 days in an air-tight container.
  • Author: foodsavingexpert
  • Prep Time: 25 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 Minutes
  • Category: Curry
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 483
  • Sodium: 177mg
  • Fat: 15.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 25.9g
  • Fiber: 4.2g
  • Protein: 59.8g
  • Cholesterol: 154mg

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