Chicken Tikka Masala Calories
Chicken Tikka Masala is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that consists of chunks of boneless chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then cooked in a tomato-based sauce. The sauce is typically made with a blend of spices such as cumin, coriander, ginger, and garam masala, as well as cream or yogurt, which gives the dish its creamy texture. The dish is often garnished with fresh cilantro or mint leaves and is usually served with rice or naan bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp ghee or oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 cups tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup Fresh cilantro or mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a large pan, heat the ghee or oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the tomatoes, cream or coconut milk, tomato paste, salt and pepper, and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat well in the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint leaves and serve with rice or naan bread.
Notes
This recipe is for one version of Chicken Tikka Masala that you can try, you can adjust the level of spiciness, or use different type of milk or yogurt, to make it healthier or to suit your taste. You can also experiment with the ingredients and proportions to suit your preferences.
