Description
A flavorful and creamy Indian dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a spiced tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and mix until well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, cooking until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the chicken tikka masala hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy with rice or naan bread.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add 1-2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper or diced green chilies to the marinade.
- Substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option while still maintaining a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg