Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Chicken Tikka Masala

Irresistible Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe for 4 Perfectly Spiced Meals


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A flavorful Indian dish with marinated chicken in a creamy tomato sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 500g chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp tikka masala spice mix
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Mix chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, and tikka masala spice mix. Marinate for 1 hour.
  2. Heat oil in a pan. Cook onion until soft.
  3. Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add marinated chicken. Cook until browned.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream. Cook for 5 more minutes.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add chopped chili peppers.
  • Serve with rice or naan bread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: chicken tikka masala, Indian food, creamy chicken