Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 2 -inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped; 4 cloves garlic; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt; 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (1 3/4 to 2 pounds), trimmed; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 15 -ounce can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1 2 -inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons garam masala
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (1 3/4 to 2 pounds), trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 15 -ounce can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Pulse the ginger, garlic, garam masala and 1/4 teaspoon each cayenne and salt in a food processor to make a paste.
2
Toss the cauliflower, 1 tablespoon of the spice paste, 1 tablespoon water and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe bowl; set aside.
3
Add the tomato paste to the remaining spice paste; pulse, then transfer 1 tablespoon to a bowl.
4
Add 1/2 cup yogurt, a pinch of salt and the chicken; toss to coat.
5
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add the remaining tomato-spice mixture and cook, stirring, 3 minutes.
7
Add the tomatoes, 1 1/4 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt; bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, preheat the broiler.
9
Put the chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil until almost cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side.
10
Microwave the cauliflower, 10 to 12 minutes.
11
Toss with the cilantro.
12
Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup yogurt into the skillet.
13
Add the chicken; simmer until cooked through, 4 minutes.
14
Serve with the cauliflower.
15
Photograph by Christopher Testani

487

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 2 -inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped, 4 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons garam masala, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Tikka Masala

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Variations & substitutions

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