About
Chicken Tikka Masala is a popular dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is made from chunks of roasted marinated chicken in a spiced curry sauce. The sauce is usually creamy, spicily aromatic, and orange-colored. This flavorful and aromatic dish supposedly originated in Scotland and is extremely loved around the world. It pairs well with naan, roti or rice and is known for its rich and creamy texture.
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Recipe
Ingredients
chicken breast
500g
plain yogurt
1 cup
lemon juice
1 tablespoon
cumin
2 teaspoons
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons
black pepper
2 teaspoons
minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon
salt, or to taste
4 teaspoons
garlic
3 cloves
heavy cream
2 cups
paprika
2 teaspoons
sugar
1 tablespoon
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, combine chicken, yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well and marinate for an hour.
Step 2:
In a large heavy skillet ahead, heat the oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute. Add chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
Step 3:
Stir in garam masala, ground coriander, cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 4:
Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.
Step 5:
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with steamed basmati rice.
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