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Chicken Tikka Masala (Simplified)

1 hr
TOTAL TIME
678
CALORIES
$1.85
PER SERVING
Chicken Tikka Masala (Simplified)
Directions
9 STEPS
1 hr
PREP TIME
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
1
Chop onions
2
Cut up garlic & ginger
3
Sauté onion, garlic & ginger together in oil until it is golden brown- don’t burn
4
Put all in blender (without oil). Blend until smooth paste
5
Transfer back to pan over low & add tomato paste & 1 cup of water- let it cook for 10 minutes (let it simmer until raw tomato smell is gone)
6
Add all spices to sauce & mix
7
Add chicken cut into evenly sized cubes
8
Cool on medium til chicken is cooked halfway. Then add yogurt a little at a time as you’re cooking it. The sauce should have reduced a little
9
Add heavy cream and let it simmer for about five minutes until chicken is cooked through. Don’t overcook it or it will be dry.
Health Info
Macros
10g
CARBS
52g
FAT
41g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tikka Masala?
What are the key ingredients for Tikka Masala?
What kind of chicken should I use for Tikka Masala?
Do I need to marinate the chicken before cooking?
Can I make Tikka Masala without a grill?
Can I substitute the heavy cream with a dairy-free option?
How do I adjust the consistency of the sauce?
How should I store leftover Tikka Masala?