
Spicy Chicken Tikka Masala
A popular Indian dish made with spicy marinated chicken cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt (to taste)
- Cream (1 cup)
- Tomato sauce (2 cups)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Fresh ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
- Cayenne pepper (1 teaspoon)
- Garam masala (2 teaspoons)
- Turmeric powder (1 teaspoon)
- Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
- Yogurt (1 cup)
- Boneless chicken (500 grams)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, turmeric, garam masala, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garlic. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the tomato sauce, cream, and salt. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 60 minutes • Calories: 550 • Fat: 30g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 40g • Sodium: 1500mg • Sugar: 10g