Chicken tikka masala made easy with this great-tasting recipe — simply marinate chicken breast in yogurt and spices and then simmer in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.
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
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 3
Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
Step 4
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 5
Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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
