Best 11 Silken Chicken Tikka Masala Recipes

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Silken chicken tikka masala is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of North India with the subtle elegance of Western cuisine. This creamy, succulent dish features tender chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then grilled to perfection and simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce made from tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, and a blend of aromatic spices. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or just starting to explore the world of Indian cooking, this detailed guide will walk you through the process of creating an unforgettable silken chicken tikka masala dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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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

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Recipe VIDEO above. Make this iconic curry at home!!! It's a stunner - and although there's an extensive looking list of ingredients, it's astonishingly straight forward. Far better than paste in a jar, less oily than restaurants, and you can get everything you need from supermarkets!Spice level: Low. Marinating time: 3 - 24 hours

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Mains

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 30

600g/ 1.2lb chicken thigh ((boneless, skinless), cut into 3cm / 2.2" cubes (Note 1))
1/2 cup plain yoghurt, ( full fat best (Greek is fine))
6 cloves garlic (, minced (~1.5 tbsp))
1 tbsp fresh ginger (, grated)
1 tsp garam masala ((Note 2))
1 tsp each salt, cumin, ground coriander, paprika (sweet, normal or smokey)
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper ((optional))
Pinch black pepper
2 tsp lemon juice
1 - 2 tbsp oil ((Note 3))
2 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp garam masala ((Note 2))
2 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
1/8 tsp cardomon powder
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
3 tbsp (65ml) vegetable oil ((Note 3))
30g / 2 tbsp unsalted butter OR ghee
1 onion, finely chopped ((brown, white or yellow))
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp fresh ginger (, grated)
6 cloves garlic (, crushed or grated)
1 tbsp paprika ((not smoked))
1 2/3 cups (400ml) tomato passata ((tomato puree))
1 2/3 cups (400ml) water
100 ml (1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) cream ((thickened or pure is fine))
1 tsp sugar
50g / 3 tbsp unsalted butter OR ghee
Basmati rice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except chicken in a bowl and mix. Add chicken and turn well to coat.
  • Cover with cling wrap and leave in fridge to marinate overnight (3 hours minimum).
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non stick pan over high heat until smoking. Add half the chicken and spread out. Leave for 2 minutes or until charred. Turn each piece and cook the other side until charred - don't worry if not cooked inside. (Note 4, also Video helpful here) Remove into bowl.
  • Scrape out charred bits left in pan and discard. Add more oil if required and cook remaining chicken.
  • Wipe skillet with paper towels (or do this part in a pot as you need a lid). Turn heat down to medium high.
  • Add oil and butter. When butter is melted, add onions, ginger and salt.
  • Cook, stirring constantly to ensure it doesn't burn, until the ginger is starting to turn golden and the onions smell sweet, about 5 - 7 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic and paprika, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the Curry Sauce Spices, and cook a further 2 minutes, stirring.
  • Add tomato passata and water, and mix. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour curry into a bowl, then use a stick blender to puree until smooth (Note 5).
  • Return sauce to skillet. Add cream, sugar and butter. Stir to melt the butter.
  • Add chicken, stir. Simmer for a few minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Optional: Sprinkle with a pinch of extra garam masala at the end.
  • Serve over basmati rice, sprinkled with coriander/cilantro if desired. Try this No Yeast Flatbread as a quick naan!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 365 g, Calories 582 kcal

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

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

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Chicken     Tomato     Yogurt     Dinner     Spice     Hot Pepper     Cilantro     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 garlic cloves, finely grated
4 teaspoons finely grated peeled ginger
4 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 cups whole-milk yogurt (not Greek)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or vegetable oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup tomato paste
6 cardamom pods, crushed
2 dried chiles de árbol or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
2 cups heavy cream
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro plus sprigs for garnish
Steamed basmati rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, ginger, turmeric, garam masala, coriander, and cumin in a small bowl. Whisk yogurt, salt, and half of spice mixture in a medium bowl; add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and chill 4-6 hours. Cover and chill remaining spice mixture.
  • Heat ghee in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion, tomato paste, cardamom, and chiles and cook, stirring often, until tomato paste has darkened and onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add remaining half of spice mixture and cook, stirring often, until bottom of pot begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes with juices, crushing them with your hands as you add them. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often and scraping up browned bits from bottom of pot, until sauce thickens, 8-10 minutes.
  • Add cream and chopped cilantro. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, 30-40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack inside sheet. Arrange chicken on rack in a single layer. Broil until chicken starts to blacken in spots (it will not be cooked through), about 10 minutes.
  • Cut chicken into bite-size pieces, add to sauce, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, 8-10 minutes. Serve with rice and cilantro sprigs.
  • DO AHEAD: Chicken can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Reheat before serving.

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This is an easy recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala--chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.

Provided by Yakuta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons fresh ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
4 long skewers
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 143.2 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1592.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This creamy, spiced curry made with tomato and hunks of chicken is a longtime favorite of Indian food lovers. This version is streamlined a bit, making it not-quite-authentic, but truly accessible to anyone with a well-stocked pantry. It's also adapted for those without a grill, so the yogurt-marinated chicken spends a few minutes under the broiler to replicate the blackened, smoky bits. Finally, chicken breasts or thighs work equally well here.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     curries, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon garam masala
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons hot paprika or 1 teaspoon cayenne
1½ teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 1/2 cups whole-milk yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
6 large cloves garlic, finely grated
2-inch piece of ginger, finely grated
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, left whole, or breasts, cut in half lengthwise or in thirds if extra large
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Combine garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, 1½ teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk 1 cup yogurt, lemon juice, 3 cloves of garlic, half the ginger and half the spice mixture together. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 4 hours, up to 8 hours.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally until lightly browned in spots, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add tomato paste, remaining garlic, ginger and spice mixture and cook, stirring frequently until spices are fragrant and tomato paste has started caramelizing on the bottom of the pot, about 2 minutes.
  • Crush tomatoes with your hands, leaving some larger bits and add them and any liquid left in the can to the pot along with the heavy cream and 1 cup water. Season with salt and pepper and stir, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until flavors meld and the sauce is thickened slightly, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and cover until chicken is ready (or after cooling, refrigerate if marinating chicken for more than 4 hours).
  • Once chicken is ready, turn on the broiler and place oven rack about 6 inches away from heat source.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminium foil and place a wire rack inside the pan. Remove chicken from the marinade, scraping off any excess, and place the pieces on the rack. Broil just until lightly charred in spots, 5 to 7 minutes on the first side, before flipping pieces and broiling an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Bring tomato sauce to a simmer if it's not already. Remove chicken from the oven and transfer to spiced tomato sauce along with remaining ½ cup yogurt. Continue to simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce is thickened nicely, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Divide chicken among four bowls and top with cilantro. Serve with rice or naan for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 641, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 53 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1314 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This Indian-style chicken tikka masala recipe has flavors that keep me coming back for more-a simple dish spiced with garam masala, cumin and gingerroot that's simply amazing. -Jaclyn Bell, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
1-1/2 cups plain yogurt
1/2 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon garam masala
2-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
1 jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Hot cooked basmati rice
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 13 ingredients. Add chicken, jalapeno and bay leaf. Cook, covered, on low 4 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove jalapeno and bay leaf., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cream until smooth; gradually stir into sauce. Cook, covered, on high 15-20 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 864mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

SILKEN CHICKEN 'TIKKA MASALA'



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Chicken Tikka Masala is on the menu on every single Indian restaurant in the UK and is undoubtedly one of the most popular dishes. Although not strictly an authentic Indian dish (developed by Indian restauranteurs in the UK), it's closest relative is probably something like this. Please don't be put off by the seemingly endless list of ingredients and instructions..it's really very simple and well worth it...a real favourite in my house! The kebabs are also great eaten without the sauce. Timings do not include marinating time.

Provided by Noo8820

Categories     Curries

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boned and skinned, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2-3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 tablespoons whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
3 tablespoons corn oil
4 tablespoons corn oil
5 ounces onions, cut into fine half rings
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
5 -6 cloves garlic, crushed to a pulp
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
4 tablespoons natural yogurt
2 tomatoes, approx 10 oz, peeled and very finely chopped
12 fluid ounces chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
4 tablespoons choppped fresh coriander

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a bowl. Add the salt and lemon juice and rub them in.Prod the chicken lightly with a tip of a knife and rub the seasonings in again.
  • Add the remaining kebab ingredients except the oil,mix well,cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours,although longer will not hurt at all!
  • Preheat the grill,thread the meat onto two to four skewers (flat,sword-like ones are best). Brush with oil and balance the skewers on the rim of a shallow baking tray.
  • Place about 5" from the heat source and grill for about 6 mins on each side or until lightly browned and cooked through.
  • FOR THE SAUCE:.
  • Pour the oil into a large non stick pan with a lid and set over med high heat. when the oil is hot add the onion and stir fry until they turn reddish brown (6-7 min).
  • Add the ginger and garlic and continue to fry,stirring for 1 minute.
  • Add the coriander,turmeric,cayenne and paprika, stir for 10 seconds,then add a tbsp of yogurt,stirring until it is absorbed.Add the remaining yogurt this way a tbsp at a time.
  • Put in the tomatoes and fry for 3-4 mins until they turn pulpy. Keep mashing them with the back of a wooden spoon to help the process along.
  • Add the salt and the stock and bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 15-20 mins.The sauce should turn thick.
  • Stir in the garam masala and fresh coriander,taste and add more salt if needed.
  • When the kebabs are cooked push the chicken off the skewers with a fork and fold the meat into the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.1, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 144.4, Sodium 1148.7, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 6.9, Protein 47.1

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.

EASY CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This was found on allrecipes.com. The original recipe called for a whopping 7 teaspoons of salt! We cut that considerably when we made it, and it was delicious, but still very salty. This version is salted to taste. We served this with basmati rice and it was yummy!

Provided by Carianne

Categories     Curries

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 20 min
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 t cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and chicken in a large bowl.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Thread chicken onto soaked skewers.
  • Grill until pink is gone on high heat, about 10 minutes each side.
  • Set chicken aside.
  • In a large heavy skillet, melt butter and saute garlic and jalepeno for 1 minute over medium heat.
  • Season with 2 t cumin and paprika.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and cream, simmer on low for 20 minutes.
  • Add grilled chicken, simmer for 10 additional minutes.
  • Salt to taste, and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.7, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 19.8, Cholesterol 166.7, Sodium 449.9, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 27.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are the best choices for this recipe.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help the chicken to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the chicken. This will help to prevent the chicken from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Add the yogurt and cream to the sauce just before serving. This will help to keep the sauce smooth and creamy.
  • Serve the chicken tikka masala with basmati rice or naan bread.

Conclusion:

Chicken tikka masala is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful yogurt-based marinade, then grilled or roasted until tender. The sauce is made with a combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, and spices. It is creamy and flavorful, with a slight tang. Serve the chicken tikka masala with basmati rice or naan bread.

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