Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken tikka masala made easy with this delicious recipe. Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices, grill, then simmer together in a tomato cream sauce.

Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Calories
404 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Preheat a grill for high heat.
Step 2
Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and jalapeño for 1 minute. Season with remaining 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
Step 3
Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Step 4
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
Step 5
Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 6
Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade.
Step 7
Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 4 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided, or more to taste
  • 4 long skewers
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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