Chicken Tikka Masala

📆 Created on: 2025-03-15

Chicken Tikka Masala

Introduction

Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful Indian dish that combines marinated chicken with a creamy tomato sauce. Served with rice or naan, this dish is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast: 500g
  • Yogurt: 200g
  • Tomato Puree: 200g
  • Onion: 1
  • Garlic: 3 cloves
  • Ginger: 1 tbsp
  • Heavy Cream: 200ml
  • Garam Masala: 1 tbsp
  • Cumin: 1 tsp
  • Turmeric: 1 tsp
  • Salt: to taste
  • Black Pepper: 1 tsp

Portions: 4

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, mix the chicken breast with yogurt, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Marinating chicken in a bowl

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Cooking chicken in a pan

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

In the same pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until softened. Add the tomato puree and cook for a few minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

Stirring tomato sauce in a pan

Step 4: Combine and Serve

Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Stirring chicken in tomato sauce

Final Thoughts

This Chicken Tikka Masala is a rich and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of spices and creamy tomato sauce makes this dish a favorite. Enjoy!

NutrientPer 100g
Calories158.00 kcal
Total Fat7.51 g
Saturated Fat4.16 g
Trans Fat0.00 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.55 g
Monounsaturated Fat2.17 g
Cholesterol 57.13 mg
Sodium 163.01 mg
Total Carbohydrates7.09 g
Dietary Fiber1.39 g
Sugars4.24 g
Protein15.46 g