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Irresistible Chicken Tikka Masala You’ll Love

Chicken Tikka Masala
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Irresistible Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Ingredients

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  • 500g (1.1 lbs) boneless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 3/4 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped onions
  • 1 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 3/4–1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp cashew nuts (optional)
  • 1/2–3/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, spices, lemon juice, and salt. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Grill, pan-fry, or roast the marinated chicken until lightly charred and fully cooked. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Sauté onions until golden. Add ginger garlic paste and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add tomato puree and cook until thick and oil separates. Stir in spices and salt.
  5. Optional: Blend the sauce with cashews for a smoother texture, then return to pan.
  6. Add cooked chicken to the sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  7. Stir in cream or coconut milk and crushed kasuri methi.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels according to your heat preference.
  • Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor.
  • Serve with basmati rice or naan for a complete meal.

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