Description
Chicken Tikka Masala with Fragrant Basmati Rice is a beloved dish that brings together rich flavors and comforting textures, making it a favorite for many.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast: 500 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Plain Yogurt: 200 grams.
- Tikka Masala Spice Mix: 2 tablespoons.
- Tomato Puree: 400 grams.
- Heavy Cream: 100 ml.
- Basmati Rice: 250 grams.
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced.
- Fresh Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated.
- Fresh Cilantro: for garnish.
- Salt: to taste.
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons.
- Water: 500 ml (for cooking rice).
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in yogurt, tikka masala spice mix, and salt for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet with vegetable oil until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger in the same skillet.
- Add tomato puree to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked chicken with the sauce and stir in heavy cream, simmering for 10 minutes.
- Rinse basmati rice and cook in boiling water with salt for about 15 minutes.
- Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala over the basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Serve with naan and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Tikka Masala, Basmati Rice, Indian Cuisine, Comfort Food