Better-than-Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Better-than-Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 lb. (675 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces; 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09; 1 tsp. garam masala, divided; 1 tsp. ground coriander, divided; 1 tsp. ground cumin, divided; 1 tsp. red chili powder or cayenne pepper, divided; 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes; 1/3 cup Miracle Whip Original Spread Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07; 1/4 cup water; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1/2 cup chopped onions; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tsp. minced gingerroot; 1/2 tsp. cumin seed; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)

Servings: persons

1-1/2 lb. (675 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09
1 tsp. garam masala, divided
1 tsp. ground coriander, divided
1 tsp. ground cumin, divided
1 tsp. red chili powder or cayenne pepper, divided
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1/3 cup Miracle Whip Original Spread Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07
1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp. oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tsp. minced gingerroot
1/2 tsp. cumin seed
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)

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Combine chicken, 1 Tbsp.
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lemon juice and 1/2 tsp.
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each of the seasonings; set aside.
4
Mix remaining seasonings, tomatoes, Miracle Whip and water in separate bowl.
5
Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat.
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Add next 4 ingredients; cook and stir 3 min.
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or just until onions are crisp-tender.
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Add chicken; cook 2 min.
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or until chicken is lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
10
Add tomato mixture; cook on medium heat 8 min.
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or until sauce is thickened and chicken is done, stirring frequently.
12
Stir in remaining lemon juice and fresh coriander.

110

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 lb. (675 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces, 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09, 1 tsp. garam masala, divided, 1 tsp. ground coriander, divided, and more.

Yes, Better-than-Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Better-than-Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala

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