Description
Experience the tantalizing flavors of Indian cuisine with this Crispy Effortless Chicken Tikka Masala. Tender chicken pieces marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt are cooked to perfection, then combined with a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish promises to impress your taste buds and create unforgettable memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons tomato puree
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, curry powder, garam masala, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- Prepare the sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in tomato puree and simmer until thickened.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in another pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken in batches until golden brown.
- Combine chicken with sauce: Add cooked chicken to the sauce mixture in the skillet. Pour in coconut milk and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg