Cozy Smoky Chicken Tikka Masala
A comforting and aromatic Indian-inspired dish, with tender chicken in a rich smoky tomato sauce, served over casabe. Perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastboneless, skinless
- ●2 teaspoons cozy spices blendstore-bought or homemade
- ●1 teaspoon smoky paprika
- ●1/2 cup gratin cheeseshredded or crumbled
- ●2 cups casabecrushed or torn
- ●1 medium french onion
- ●2 medium tomato
- ●2 tablespoons ghee or oil
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the chicken with cozy spices blend, smoky paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Heat ghee or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until browned on both sides, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer to a baking dish.
- 4
In the same skillet, add sliced french onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add diced tomato to the skillet and cook until the mixture is fragrant and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken in the baking dish.
- 7
Top with grated gratin cheese and crushed casabe.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or scallions if desired.