Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
"Experience the delightful flavors of Chicken Tikka Masala, featuring succulent pieces of boneless chicken simmered in a rich, fragrant sauce of yogurt and tomatoes. This dish is the perfect blend of spices and creaminess, guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds."
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
- 1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 16 ounces boneless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoon fresh cilantro
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 small onion
- 1/2 cup 1% milk
Instructions
- 1
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, warm the oil over medium heat. Incorporate the onions and sauté until they turn a lovely golden color, which should take around 3 minutes.
- 2
Introduce the minced ginger and stir for 1 minute before adding the garlic, cooking for an additional minute. Then, mix in the cumin, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt; stir continuously until the spices become aromatic, approximately 2 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the tomatoes and milk, allowing the mixture to simmer on low heat until the sauce reaches a thicker consistency, about 10 minutes.
- 4
To temper the yogurt: In a separate bowl, combine the yogurt with 1/2 cup of the sauce and mix thoroughly. Gradually add this mixture back into the sauce and stir well to combine.
- 5
Add the chicken pieces and let them simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through.
- 6
Stir in a generous handful of chopped cilantro and serve alongside Basmati Rice or Naan, if you prefer.