Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
Roasted chunks of chicken tikka in mild creamy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken
Sauce
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, lemon juice, garlic paste, and ginger paste. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken chunks to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray and roast for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred. Alternatively, you can grill or pan-fry the chicken.
Making the Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Garlic and Ginger
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Pureed Tomatoes
Pour in the pureed tomatoes, red chili powder, and sugar. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the oil begins to separate.
- 7
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the coconut cream or heavy cream, and season with salt to taste. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Add the roasted chicken pieces into the sauce, stirring to coat the chicken thoroughly. Cook on low heat for an additional 5 minutes.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.
