Chicken Tikka Masala
A classic Indian dish featuring marinated chicken in a creamy tomato sauce. Serve with fluffy basmati rice and naan bread.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastcut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- ●2 teaspoons smoky garam masalaor regular garam masala
- ●1 cup fluffy plain yogurtfor marinating the chicken
- ●2 tablespoons american apple cider vinegarfor marinating the chicken
- ●3 cloves roast garlicminced
- ●1 can tomato puree14.5 oz
- ●1 cup chicken brothlow-sodium
- ●1 cup dairy heavy creamoptional
- ●2 tablespoons dairy butterfor serving
Instructions
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1. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, garam masala, cumin, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
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2. Add the chicken to the marinade and mix until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
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3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
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4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
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5. While the chicken is baking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
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6. Stir in the tomato puree, chicken broth, and heavy cream (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
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7. Remove the chicken from the oven and add to the saucepan with the tomato sauce.
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8. Simmer the chicken in the sauce for 5-10 minutes or until the sauce has coated the chicken evenly.
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9. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
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10. Serve the chicken in the sauce over fluffy basmati rice and naan bread.