Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Marinate the Chicken

   In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

2. 2

   Cook the Chicken

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Prepare the Sauce

   In the same skillet, add chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add pureed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

4. 4

   Combine Chicken and Sauce

   Stir in the cooked chicken pieces and cream. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Adjust salt to taste.

5. 5

   Garnish and Serve

   Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice and naan.