Ingredients of Chicken Tikka Masala:
500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spice level)
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Marinade:
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt
500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Instructions for making Chicken Tikka Masala:
- In a bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken pieces and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill or broiler. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and grill or broil until cooked through and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes per side.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes to toast them and develop flavor.
- Add the diced tomatoes with their juices to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and form a thick sauce.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Season with salt to taste.
- Add the grilled chicken tikka pieces to the sauce, stirring gently to coat the chicken evenly. Simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice, naan bread, or roti.
Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Chicken Tikka Masala, a classic dish from Indian cuisine that’s sure to delight your taste buds!
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