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Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala

Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala

Cost $14.5, save $20

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  • 55 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $14.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Marinade

    • ¼ cup plain yogurt
    • 2 teaspoons garam masala
    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast - cut into 1-inch strips

  • Sauce

    • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 🧅 1 large onion, chopped
    • 2 green chile peppers, minced
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
    • 🍅 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
    • ½ cup tomato paste
    • ¼ cup water
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala
    • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
    • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
    • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

STEPS

1

Combine yogurt, garam masala, paprika, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and coriander in a large bowl. Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.

2

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Grease a rimmed baking sheet.

3

Remove chicken from marinade and place onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.

4

Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.

5

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook, stirring gently, until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes.

6

Add onion; cook and stir until onion begins to soften, about 4 to 5 minutes.

7

Add chile peppers, garlic, and ginger; continue to cook and stir until onion is browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

8

Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, and water; cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to break down, about 10 minutes.

9

Add garam masala, coriander, turmeric, and salt, then stir in chicken and cream until well combined. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

403

Calories

  • 27
    Protein
  • 21
    Carbs
  • 25
    Fats

💡 Marinating the chicken for at least 2 hours enhances flavor.Serve with naan bread or steamed basmati rice for a complete meal.Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper.Make a double batch for meal prepping; the dish reheats well.