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Chicken Tikka Masala

Tender yogurt-marinated chicken is grilled for smoky edges, then simmered in a rich tomato and cream sauce layered with cumin, paprika, ginger, and a touch of heat. Chicken Tikka Masala offers a balanced warmth and velvety texture, perfect for serving over rice on a cozy weeknight or for sharing at a casual dinner with friends.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook50 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Chicken Tikka Masala
  1. 1

    Assemble all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken, stir to coat, cover, and chill for 1 hour.

  4. 4

    Preheat a grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread the chicken onto skewers and discard the marinade.

  5. 5

    Grill until the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side.

  6. 6

    Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook the garlic and jalapeño for 1 minute. Season with the remaining 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in the tomato sauce and cream. Simmer over low heat until the sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.

  7. 7

    Stir in the grilled chicken and simmer for 10 minutes.

  8. 8

    Move to a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve over rice.

About This Recipe

Chicken Tikka Masala is an Indian dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 621.46 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Chicken Tikka Masala?
It is an Indian recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Chicken Tikka Masala made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Diced Jalapeño Peppers. The full list of 17 is above.
What goes well with Chicken Tikka Masala?
Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Chicken Tikka Masala?
About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 621.46 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chicken Tikka Masala easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 8 steps.

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