Indian · Curry
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce with warming spices.
4servings25 minprep30 mincookIndianclassic
From Dianne's kitchen
Warm, creamy curry
Marinated chicken and a gently spiced tomato sauce make an inviting meal for rice or naan.
What you'll need
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless chicken, cubed
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup cream or coconut milk
- Oil, salt, cilantro
Step by step
Instructions
- Toss chicken with yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, and salt. Let it stand while you prepare the sauce.
- Sear chicken in a hot skillet until browned; transfer to a plate.
- Cook onion until soft, then add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce and spices; simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until fully cooked. Stir in cream or coconut milk and warm gently.
- Taste, finish with cilantro, and serve with rice or naan.
Dianne's kitchen tip
Keep the sauce gentle
After adding cream, keep the heat low so the sauce stays smooth.