Unbelievably Delicious Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1cupyogurt

  • 1tablespoonlemon juice

  • 4teaspoonsground cumin, divided

  • 1teaspoonground cinnamon

  • 2teaspoonscayenne pepper

  • 2teaspoonsfreshly ground black pepper

  • 1tablespoonminced fresh ginger

  • 2teaspoonssalt, divided, or more to taste

  • 3boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces

  • 4long skewers

  • 1tablespoonbutter

  • 1clovegarlic, minced

  • 1jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

  • 2teaspoonspaprika

  • 1(8 ounce) cantomato sauce

  • 1cupheavy cream

  • ¼cupchopped fresh cilantro

Cooking Directions

  1. Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.

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  2. Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.

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  3. Preheat a grill for high heat.

  4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade.

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  5. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.

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  6. 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.

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  7. Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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  8. Serve over rice.

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Editor’s Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information based on the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cook time, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories404
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
29g
37%
Saturated Fat
17g
85%
Cholesterol
143mg
48%
Sodium
1592mg
69%
Total Carbohydrate
13g
5%
Dietary Fiber
3g
9%
Total Sugars
7g
Protein
25g
49%
Vitamin C
11mg
12%
Calcium
206mg
16%
Iron
3mg
19%
Potassium
660mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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