Description
This Chicken Tikka Masala is a creamy, flavorful delight that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dinner. With tender chicken steeped in yogurt and spices, this easy one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes
- 1 cup plain, full-fat yogurt
- 6 cloves garlic, grated, divided
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger, divided
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- fresh cilantro, chopped, to serve
- 4 cups basmati rice, to serve
- homemade garlic naan, to serve
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the spices and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, yogurt, half of the garlic, half of the ginger, and half of the spice mixture. Stir, cover, and let marinate for at least 15 minutes or overnight.
- In a large pot or high-walled pan, heat oil and butter over medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and cook in batches until browned and beginning to char, about 6 minutes. Set aside and repeat until all chicken is browned.
- Add chopped onion, remaining garlic, ginger, and spices to the pot. Cook until the onion softens, about 4 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes and scrape the pan to release browned bits.
- Pour in coconut milk and return chicken to the pot. Stir, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with cilantro and serve over basmati rice with naan.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor.
Serve with basmati rice and garlic naan for a complete meal.
Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg