Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

50 mins

Additional Time:

1 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt
Servings:
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon turmeric
0.25 cup vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons garam masala
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons ground coriander
0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (14-oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper, ginger, and garlic. Add chicken and stir to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
2. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Thread the chicken onto skewers and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add ginger and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Add salt to taste.
5. Remove chicken from skewers and add to the sauce. Simmer for a few minutes to heat through. Serve with rice and garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 404
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g	37%
Saturated Fat 17g	85%
Cholesterol 143mg	48%
Sodium 1592mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 25g
Vitamin C 11mg	55%
Calcium 206mg	16%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 660mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.