Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Chicken Tikka Masala, a beloved Indian dish that brings restaurant flavors right to your home. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, simmered in a luscious tomato and cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free meal will impress your family and friends. Serve it with basmati rice or warm naan for an unforgettable dining experience!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 7 ounces plain Greek yogurt
- 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 teaspoons garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken: Mix yogurt, garam masala, lemon juice, black pepper, and ginger in a large bowl. Add chicken chunks and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 2. Sear chicken: Heat a nonstick pan over high heat. Cook half of the marinated chicken until golden brown; repeat with remaining chicken.
- 3. Simmer sauce: In the same pan, combine tomato sauce, cream, garlic, garam masala, paprika, salt, and cayenne. Bring to a simmer and add seared chicken. Cook for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg