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Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

A classic Indian dish with tender chicken pieces in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Yogurt plain
  • 2 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups Tomato Puree
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, ginger garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, paprika, and salt. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
  3. 3. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
  4. 4. Pour in tomato puree and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5. Stir in heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.
  6. 6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chicken Tikka Masala
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