Chicken Tikka Masala
Aromatic, flavorful and colorful are just some words I’d use to describe Tikka Masala. Full of anti-inflammatory and aromatic spices, this dish is amazing. Your home will be filled with the aromas of India while this dish is cooking!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
3 boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp minced garlic
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp garam masal
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp salt or to taste
For the Sauce:
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp freshly minced ginger
2 tbsp minced garlic
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground turmeric
2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp garam masala
2 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 cup sour cream
6 cups cooked rice
Parsley for garnish
Vegetable oil as needed
Instructions
1
Cut the chicken breasts into 1/2 inch cubes and place them in a large bowl.
2
Into the bowl with the chicken, combine the chicken marinade ingredients with the chicken and mix to combine everything together. Cover and refrigerate for one hour.
3
To create the sauce, heat a large sauté pan on the stove and add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
4
Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes or until very fragrant. Add the spices and continue to sauté for a couple of minutes to “toast” the spices. Add the tomato paste, tomato sauce and water mixing everything together to combine. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes. Stir in the sour cream and set aside.
5
To cook the chicken, heat a sauté pan on the stove and add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add the chicken and fully cook through.
6
Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to the prepared sauce and stir to combine.
7
Serve the tikka masala with the prepared rice and bread, enjoy!
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