Macchi Chicken Tikka

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1

Tasty Macchi Chicken Tikka recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

23 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 lb chicken breast , diced
	1 tablespoon yogurt
	4 tablespoons tikka paste ( Patak 's Cilantro and Ginger Tikka Paste preferred )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

15g

Macchi Chicken Tikka is an Indian-inspired dish that is loved by many. It is made by marinating chicken in a blend of spice mix and yogurt, then cooking it until it is tender and juicy. This recipe adds an extra touch of flavor with the cilantro and ginger tikka paste. It is a great dish to make when you're craving something flavorful but don't have a lot of time to prepare. It can be served as a main dish with rice, or as an appetizer with green chutney and naan bread.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix together tikka paste and yogurt to make a marinade.
2.	Add diced chicken and coat it well with the marinade.
3.	Let it marinate for 10-15 mins.
4.	Heat a pan and add marinated chicken on it.
5.	Cook for 6-8 mins on medium-high heat or until the chicken is cooked through and the marinade has slightly thickened.
6.	Once done, serve hot with rice or flatbread.

PROS

Macchi Chicken Tikka is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights.
The marinade adds a depth of flavor to the chicken, making it juicy and tender.

The recipe is versatile, you can use chicken thighs instead of breast and bake or grill it instead of cooking it on a pan.

CONS

The tikka paste may contain high levels of salt and may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.
Additionally, cooking the chicken on a pan may result in smoke, so make sure to have proper ventilation while cooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in saturated fat. Yogurt is a probiotic, which is beneficial for gut health and may help reduce inflammation. The tikka paste contains ginger and cilantro, which both have anti-inflammatory properties.