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Best Tikka Masala Recipe

Best Tikka Masala Recipe
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This Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe is a delicious British Indian dish featuring a rich and creamy tomato curry sauce infused with a blend of bold spices and tender chicken chunks. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Spice Mixture:

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ to 2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 large white onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce (canned, not marinara)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 – 1¼ pound)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil (olive oil or vegetable oil may be used)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Spice Mixture: Combine all the spices in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Sauté Onions: In a large pot over medium heat, cook diced onion and butter until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Season with Spices: Add half of the spice mixture and stir well.
  5. Make Sauce: Pour in tomato sauce, heavy cream, and the remaining spices. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a pan with oil until golden brown and fully cooked.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Chop cooked chicken, add to the sauce, and simmer briefly.
  8. Serve: Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala over basmati rice with naan bread.

Notes

  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the dish.
  • For a more authentic version, marinate the chicken overnight in Greek yogurt and spices before cooking.
  • Cut chicken into chunks before cooking for a different texture.

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