Chicken Tikka Masala: (East Indian Cuisine)

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 0
East Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 inches fresh ginger ( peeled )
8 cloves garlic
4 teaspoons water
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lemon , juice of
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
salt & pepper
2 lbs ripe tomatoes ( seeded and finely chopped )
1/2 lb green bell pepper ( stemmed , seeded and chopped )
1/2 inch ginger ( peeled )
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons honey
salt
1/4 teaspoon garam masala , spice mixture ( available in Indian or Specialty Markets )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
580
Sugar
10g
Fat
47g
Chicken Tikka Masala is a popular East Indian dish that has gained popularity around the world. It is typically made with marinated chicken that is grilled or baked and then simmered in a spicy tomato-based sauce. This recipe adds yogurt to the marinade to help tenderize the chicken, and heavy cream to the sauce for a rich, creamy flavor. It is a great main course option for a dinner party or special occasion, and can be served with rice and/or naan bread.

Instructions

1.Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2.To make the marinade, crush the ginger and garlic into a fine paste using a mortar and pestle. Add 4 teaspoons of water to the paste along with the yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, cumin, mace, nutmeg, cardamom, salt, and pepper, and mix well.
3.Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
4.To make the sauce, put the tomatoes and green bell pepper in a food processor and pulse until it becomes a smooth paste.
5.Crush the ginger and garlic into a fine paste using a mortar and pestle. Add 2 teaspoons of water to the paste and mix.
6.In a large pan, melt the butter. Add the tomato and green pepper paste, ginger, garlic, honey, and garam masala and cook on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7.Add the chicken and its marinade to the pan, and cook for another 10-15 minutes on low heat or until the chicken is fully cooked.
8.Slowly stir in the heavy cream and let simmer for another 5 minutes. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

PROS

Chicken Tikka Masala is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be customized to individual tastes by adjusting the spice level.
This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in under an hour with simple ingredients.

The ginger, garlic, and tomato in this dish provide health benefits such as supporting a healthy immune system and aiding in digestion.

CONS

This recipe contains butter and heavy cream, which can make it high in calories and fat.

Marinating and cooking the chicken takes time, so this recipe may not be ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ginger and garlic are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and can help with reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
Tomatoes are a good source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help to reduce the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer.
Overall, this dish provides a good source of protein and other nutrients such as vitamins C and K.

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