Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
Grilled chicken simmered in a creamy tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Sauce
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, garam masala, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breast pieces to the marinade. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, and salt. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Add Cream or Coconut Milk
Lower the heat and stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Final Assembly
- 8
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Cut the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it to the simmering sauce. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- 9
Serve
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.