Chicken Tikki Masala (labadar) Recipe
Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt, charbroiled and sauteed in herbs, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and coriander.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Cooking Ingredients
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Pour in the pureed tomatoes, then add coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to taste. Simmer the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- 6
Combine Chicken and Cream
Add the charbroiled chicken pieces to the sauce. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander. Serve hot with rice or naan.
