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Sabrina Hermes

Creamy Chicken Tikka Masala: Elevate Your Dinner Tonight!

A rich and creamy chicken tikka masala that elevates your dinner with its flavorful spices and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken (along with the marinade) to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over steamed rice or with naan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add 1-2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper or red chili powder to the marinade.
  • To make it lighter, substitute half of the heavy cream with coconut milk for a different flavor profile.

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