Description

Chicken Tikka Masala is a beloved dish that brings the flavors of India right to your home. This recipe delivers tender chicken marinated in a rich, creamy tikka masala sauce, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. With its aromatic spices and luscious texture, this dish is not only delicious but also caters to various dietary needs, being keto-friendly and gluten-free. Whether served with fluffy basmati rice, warm naan, or enjoyed on its own, Chicken Tikka Masala is versatile and satisfying. Dive into this authentic recipe today and elevate your dining experience with a taste of restaurant-quality cuisine!

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
7 oz plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp ground ginger
15 oz can tomato sauce
1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
5 cloves garlic, minced
4 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp ground cayenne

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine yogurt, garam masala, lemon juice, black pepper, and ginger. Add chicken chunks, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Sear the chicken: Heat a nonstick pan over high heat and add half of the marinated chicken. Cook until golden brown on all sides; transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken.
Simmer the sauce: In the same pan, mix tomato sauce, heavy cream, garlic, garam masala, paprika, salt, and cayenne. Bring to a simmer and add seared chicken. Cook for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Searing/Simmering
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
Calories: 390
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg