Indian
Creamy Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender chicken pieces in a rich, spiced tomato cream sauce. A beloved British-Indian classic.
30 mins
Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
6
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, half the garam masala, turmeric, and salt for at least 2 hours.
- Thread chicken onto skewers and grill until charred, about 8 minutes per side.
- In a large pan, sauté onion until golden. Add garlic, cook 2 minutes.
- Add remaining spices and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the sauce until smooth, then return to pan.
- Stir in cream and add the grilled chicken pieces.
- Simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
💡 Chef's Tip
Marinate overnight for the most flavorful chicken.