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 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large bite-size pieces and lightly salted with kosher salt; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 large white onion, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 -2 inch ginger, root minced (about 2 tablespoons); 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree; 2 tablespoons ground turmeric; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 tablespoons garam masala; ½ tablespoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste); 1 cup Greek yogurt; kosher salt; fresh cilantro (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large bite-size pieces and lightly salted with kosher salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large white onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 inch ginger, root minced (about 2 tablespoons)
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons garam masala
½ tablespoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
1 cup Greek yogurt
kosher salt
fresh cilantro (to garnish)

1
In large, heavy pot over medium heat saute the onions in oil until caramelized.
2
Add garlic and ginger and cook for about one minute longer.
3
Add tomato puree, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine.
4
Taste and salt if needed.
5
Cook until mixture is hot and bubbling.
6
Add chicken and cook over low-medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes stirring occasionally until chicken is cooked through.
7
Stir in yogurt - mixture will turn a vibrant orange.
8
Serve over rice with lots of cilantro to garnish.

401

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large bite-size pieces and lightly salted with kosher salt, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 large white onion, chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, minced, 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.

Chicken Tikka Masala

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