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Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style)

Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style) features tender chunks of chicken simmered in a creamy tomato and yogurt sauce layered with ginger, garlic, and warm curry spices. The sauce is rich and gently tangy with a hint of heat, perfect for spooning over steamed rice or scooping with naan. Serve it for a comforting weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want bold, aromatic flavors.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style)

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

52 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
57 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
11 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
92 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
1 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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60
Heart Health
70
Metabolic
37
Digestive
36
Inflammatory
25
Performance
49
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Blend the tomatoes, yogurt, garlic, and ginger in a blender until smooth.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring constantly, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the curry paste and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more, stirring once or twice. Add the tomato mixture and the chicken to the pan and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Take the pan off the heat.

  3. 3

    Combine water and flour in a bowl. Stir this into the chicken mixture in the frying pan. Return the pan to the heat and bring it to a boil, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes. Lower the heat to low, cover, and cook until thickened, about 15 minutes more. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve right away.

About This Recipe

Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian Style) is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Curry Paste, Diced Chicken Breast, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 235.32 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style) made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Curry Paste, Diced Chicken Breast, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style)?
About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 235.32 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style) easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
Is Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style) healthy?
Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-Style) has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 235.32 calories and 2.44 g of protein, or 5% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 198.9 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.17 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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