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Chicken Tikka Masala

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140 min

Chicken Tikka Masala

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Time

140 min

Serving

4 persons

Calories

404

Rating

4.00★ (2)

Cuisine

Indian
Author: Victoria Buriak
Chicken tikka masala made easy with this great-tasting recipe — simply marinate chicken breast in yogurt and spices and then simmer in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.

Ingredients

  • yogurt: 1 cup
  • lemon juice: 1 Tbsp
  • ground cumin: 4 tsp (divided)
  • ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
  • cayenne pepper: 2 tsp
  • black pepper: 2 tsp (freshly ground)
  • ginger: 1 Tbsp (fresh; minced)
  • salt: 2 tsp (divided, to taste)
  • boneless skinless chicken breasts: 3 piece (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • long skewers: 4 piece
  • butter: 1 Tbsp
  • garlic: 1 clove (minced)
  • jalapeño pepper: 1 piece (chopped)
  • paprika: 2 tsp
  • tomato sauce: 1 can (8 ounce can)
  • heavy cream: 1 cup
  • cilantro: 0.25 cup (fresh; chopped)

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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  2. Preheat a grill for high heat.
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  3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
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  4. Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. SautГ© garlic and jalapeГ±o for 1 minute. Season with remaining 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
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  5. Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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