Chicken Tikka Masala

An easy and delicious Chicken Tikka Masala recipe – Chicken cooked in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Goes great with Tandoori Naan or Plain Rice. Give it a try !!

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[one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:35 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 5[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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• 1 kg boneless chicken breast, cut into about 2-inch pieces
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 1/2 cup Oil
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2-3 tomatoes. finely chopped
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garam masala powder
• 1/2 cup water
• salt to taste

For Garnishing:

• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
• 3-4 green chilies

[/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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Directions:
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Step 1

Add the onion, garlic and ginger to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.

Step 2

Add a little water if necessary.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a pan or karahi over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric and cayenne and lightly toast in the oil until fragrant, 10-15 seconds.

Step 5

Add the onion puree and sauté, stirring frequently, for 5-8 minutes until cooked down.

Step 6

Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Then add the chicken,yogurt, water, salt and pepper.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low,covered and cooked for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Remove from the heat and transfer into a serving dish.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning ,sprinkle garam masala powder over it.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and green chilies. Now Chicken Tikka Masala is ready to serve.

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• Serve with hot naan or rice.

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