Chicken Tikki Masala

Name: Chicken Tikki Masala
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp coriander seeds; ½ tsp cumin; 1 tsp turmeric; 2-inch piece ginger; 7-8 cloves garlic; 4-5 pimento peppers; 1/4 cup water; 1 Tbsp garam masala; 1 Tbsp red pepper; 2 Tbsp oil; 5-6 chicken thighs; 2 tsp salt; 1 cup yogurt; 2 tbsp of masala paste; 2 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp cayenne pepper; 1 28oz can whole peeled tomatoes; 4 tbsp garlic butter/butter; 1 large onion; 1¼ cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp black pepper

11 steps

Marinated in a flavorful curry sauce, this rich and creamy Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the best you’ll ever try! Paired perfectly with some fluffy steamed rice or buttery garlic naan, this dish will rival that served in any Indian restaurant!

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:07:00 GMT

Ingredients

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Instructions

Step 1

In a blender add all the Masala Paste ingredients and blend as fine as possible

Step 2

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks

Step 3

In a bowl mix together all the ingredients for the chicken marinade, add the cubed chicken and stir until well-coated.

Step 4

Transfer to a zip lock bag and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours but preferably overnight for ultimate flavor (just trust me🙈).

Step 5

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken on both sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Set to the side once done.

Step 6

In the same pot, reduce heat and saute your diced onions with butter.

Step 7

Add the remaining Masala Paste along with paprika and black pepper powder. Stir until the paste starts sticking to the pan.

Step 8

Pour in the tomato puree and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens and becomes a deep brown-red color.

Step 9

Add in the heavy cream and mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 10

Add the chicken (and its juices🤤) back into the pot and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thiCCC and bubbling.

Step 11

Season to taste with salt and plate with some fluffy steamed rice or buttery garlic naan. Garnish with chive, take a few pics for the gram and serve.