Best 5 Actifried Chicken Tikka Masala Recipes

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Actifried chicken tikka masala is a delicious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a healthier alternative to traditional chicken tikka masala, as it is cooked in an air fryer instead of being deep-fried. This results in a crispy, juicy chicken dish that is lower in fat and calories. The dish is also packed with flavor, thanks to the use of a variety of spices and herbs. If you are looking for a healthier and tastier way to enjoy chicken tikka masala, then this is the recipe for you.

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AUTHENTIC CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This authentic chicken tikka masala dish follows an old family recipe.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 3h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 23

¼ cup plain yogurt
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast - cut into 1-inch strips
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 green chile peppers, minced
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
½ cup tomato paste
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ bunch cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, 2 teaspoons garam masala, paprika, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon coriander in a large bowl. Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Place chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece, and bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir cumin seeds until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until onion begins to soften, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chiles and continue to cook until onion is browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Cook and stir tomatoes, tomato paste, and water into onion mixture until tomatoes begin to break down and incorporate into the onion mixture, about 10 minutes.
  • Cook and stir 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon coriander, and turmeric into the tomato mixture. Mix in the cooked chicken, add cream, and stir to coat. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 926.5 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

THE BEST CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Chicken Tikka Masala is thought to have been created by a Bangladeshi chef in Glasgow in the 1960s. It's a spicy, tomato-based dish seasoned with garlic, ginger, fenugreek and garam masala. In this recipe we used fenugreek leaves for their nutty and slightly minty flavor. If you can't find them, substitute dried mint leaves and a pinch of ground fenugreek. Garam masala is a popular Indian spice blend that usually includes black and white pepper, cloves, cinnamon, mace, cardamom, bay, cumin and coriander. It's pretty easy to find in your local grocery store and most national spice companies.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
4 tablespoons ghee (see Cook's Note)
1 large onion, sliced
2 serrano chiles, stemmed, seeded and chopped
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, finely grated
2 teaspoons dried whole fenugreek leaves (see Cook's Note)
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
1/4 cup heavy cream
Chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems, for serving
Basmati rice, for serving
Naan, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chicken marinade: Whisk together the yogurt, ginger, salt, chili powder, garam masala, pepper, turmeric and garlic in a large bowl until combined. Toss the chicken in the spiced yogurt marinade until evenly coated. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 24. (Overnight works best.)
  • For the sauce: Melt the ghee in a large Dutch oven or wide heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onions and serrano, season with 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and beginning to caramelize, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, until very fragrant and the ginger starts to turn golden and sticks to the bottom of the pot, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the fenugreek leaves, garam masala, chili powder and paprika and cook, stirring occasionally, until very fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, breaking them up into pieces with a spoon, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced by half and the tomatoes are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Let the hot sauce cool for about 5 minutes or so, then transfer it to a blender filling no more than halfway. (If your blender is small, you may need to work in batches.) Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a kitchen towel to catch splatters, and pulse until smooth. Add 1/4 cup heavy cream and puree until creamy. Pour into a clean pot and bring to a simmer. Season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, position a rack directly under the broiler and preheat to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack inside.
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the rack. Broil until the chicken starts to brown in spots, 3 to 6 minutes per side (it will not be cooked through). Remove from the broiler. When cool enough to handle, cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. Add the chicken to the simmering sauce, cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Top the chicken and sauce with cilantro. Serve with rice and naan.

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Tikka is a Persian word for "bits and pieces" and a masala refers to any combination of complementary Indian spices.

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 10 pieces
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cloves garlic, minced
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, sliced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons garam masala
One 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, such as Muir Glen
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • For the chicken and marinade: Sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Combine the yogurt with the paprika, coriander, cumin, cayenne, lemon zest, cinnamon, garlic and ginger in a mixing bowl. Mix together well then pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken pieces and shake around to coat all the pieces evenly. Place in the refrigerator and marinate for 1 hour.
  • Heat a grill to high. Wipe down the grates with an oil-blotted paper towel to create a nonstick surface. Remove the chicken from the marinade and wipe off any excess. Grill the chicken pieces until well-marked, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  • For the sauce: Set a Dutch oven over medium heat. (Alternatively, you can cook in a pressure cooker. Simply cut the cooking time in half and cook over medium heat with medium pressure.) Coat with the oil and add the butter. Add the garlic and onions. Cook until translucent and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste, paprika and garam masala. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to toast the spices and cook the tomato paste. Add the crushed tomatoes, vinegar and grilled chicken pieces. Stir well and simmer until the chicken is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Finish the sauce with the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the cilantro.
  • Wine paring for meal: dry Riesling or sparkling wine

ACTIFRIED CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Yoghurt-marinated chicken is ActiFried in this quick and easy version of tikka masala.

Provided by T-fal Canada

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

100 g tikka masala curry pasta
200 g low-fat yoghurt
1 ⅓ pounds 600 g skinless chicken breasts
1 ActiFry spoon vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 (400 g) package whole peeled tomatoes
20 ml water
1 ActiFry spoon sugar
2 ActiFry spoons lemon juice
1 small bunch chopped fresh coriander leaves

Steps:

  • Mix the tikka masala curry paste with half of the yoghurt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Cut the chicken into 1-cm strips, then add the yoghurt mixture and stir to coat the chicken. Cover. Leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight, if you have time.
  • Place the oil and onion in the ActiFry. Close the lid. Cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add the marinated chicken, tomatoes, water, the rest of the yoghurt, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir with a wooden spoon. Close the lid. Leave to cook for 15 minutes.
  • Serve hot, sprinkled with chopped coriander and accompanied with basmati rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 713.5 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA RECIPE BY TASTY



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You've been itching for a change recently. You know, something to spice things up and throw a spanner into the monotony of routine. Enter: chicken tikka masala. Sure, it might take two days to throw together, but when you pair it with some fluffy steamed rice or buttery, garlic naan, it's well worth the wait. Don't believe us? Try it yourself!

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h42m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons paprika
3 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced ginger
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 tablespoon tomato puree
3 ½ cups tomato sauce
1 ¼ cups water
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup fresh cilantro, for garnish
cooked rice, for serving
naan bread, for serving
Bamboo or wooden skewer

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken into bite-sized chunks. Combine the cubed chicken with the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, cumin, garam masala, and paprika and stir until well-coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C). Line a high-sided baking pan or roasting tray with parchment paper.
  • Place the marinated chicken pieces on bamboo or wooden skewers, then set them over the prepared baking pan, making sure there is space underneath the chicken to help distribute the heat more evenly. Bake for about 15 minutes, until slightly dark brown on the edges.
  • Make the sauce: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté the onions, ginger, and garlic until tender but not browned. Add the cumin, turmeric, coriander, paprika, chili powder, and garam masala and stir constantly for about 30 seconds, until the spices are fragrant. Stir in the tomato puree, tomato sauce, and 1 ¼ cups of water, then bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes. Pour in the cream.
  • Remove the chicken from the skewers and add to the sauce, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or alongside naan bread.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a non-stick pan or skillet that is large enough to accommodate all of the chicken pieces without overcrowding.
  • To achieve a crispy texture, ensure the chicken pieces are coated evenly in the yogurt marinade before being pan-fried.
  • Properly marinate the chicken for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to fully penetrate and tenderize the meat.
  • While air-frying, maintain a consistent temperature of 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit) to ensure even cooking throughout.
  • Keep a close eye on the chicken during air-frying to prevent overcooking and ensure it remains juicy.
  • When preparing the tikka masala sauce, use high-quality tomatoes for a rich and flavorful base.
  • Adjust the spiciness of the sauce according to your preference by carefully adding chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • For a creamy texture in the tikka masala sauce, use full-fat Greek yogurt or coconut cream.

Conclusion:

The recipes presented in this article offer a delightful culinary journey through the flavors of Actifry Chicken Tikka Masala. By skillfully combining the air-frying technique with traditional Indian spices and ingredients, you can create a succulent and aromatic dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes provide a step-by-step guide to achieving restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. With a bit of practice and attention to detail, you can master the art of Actifry Chicken Tikka Masala and impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish.

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