Indian Chicken Tikka Masala
A beloved Indian-inspired dish known for its tender, marinated chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce infused with warm spices.
- Serves
- 4-6
Directions
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Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix all marinade ingredients. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).
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Cook the Chicken: Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange marinated chicken pieces on a foil-lined baking sheet with a rack. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until slightly charred and cooked through. (You can also grill or pan-sear.)
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Make the Sauce: In a large skillet or saucepan, heat ghee/oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft and golden, about 5–7 minutes. Add ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute. Don’t burn.
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Stir in cumin, paprika, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and sugar. Cook 30 seconds to bloom spices.
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Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and deep red.
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Pour in the cream, stir to combine. Add salt to taste.
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Combine: Add chicken to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
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Serve: hot with basmati rice, naan, or roti.
From Shawnie's class “Chicken Goes Global”
