Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
Grilled chicken cooked in a creamy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Sauce
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken Marinade
In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, paprika, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from grill and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Onions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add Garlic and Ginger
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 6
- 7
Add Coconut Milk
Stir in the coconut milk and let the sauce simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken.
- 8
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the sauce. Stir well to combine and let cook for an additional 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
Serving
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot with rice or naan.
