Chicken Tikka Masala
Easy, Chicken Tikka Masala
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Begginer Friendly, Easy Recipes
Servings: 4
Author: Toni Chapman
- 2 lbs chicken thighs chopped into cubes
- 1.5 tbsp masala seasoning
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 tbsps ghee or butter
- cilantro for garnish optional
Spices
- 1 tbsp kashmiri chili substitute for red chili powder if needed
- 2 tsps masala seasoning
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup water if needed
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Start by adding spices and yogurt to chopped chicken cubes. Mix well and marinate for 1 hour, or up to overnight.
In a large skillet, melt down ghee and add in chopped onion and ginger. Sautee until soft. Next, add in tomato puree and simmer. Toss in marinated chicken, mix well. And cook on low heat. Add in water, and cook for 15-25 minutes.
Add in heavy cream at the end, and garnish with cilantro!
Calories: 378kcal