Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; 3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 4 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 20 min; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 8 ounces tomato sauce; 1 cup heavy cream; salt; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 20 min
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 t cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and chicken in a large bowl.
2
Refrigerate for 1 hour.
3
Thread chicken onto soaked skewers.
4
Grill until pink is gone on high heat, about 10 minutes each side.
5
Set chicken aside.
6
In a large heavy skillet, melt butter and saute garlic and jalepeno for 1 minute over medium heat.
7
Season with 2 t cumin and paprika.
8
Stir in tomato sauce and cream, simmer on low for 20 minutes.
9
Add grilled chicken, simmer for 10 additional minutes.
10
Salt to taste, and garnish with chopped cilantro.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Easy 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!

Easy Chicken Tikka Masala

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Variations & substitutions

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