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Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala
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Experience the vibrant flavors of India with this authentic Chicken Tikka Masala that brings restaurant-quality results to your home kitchen! Tender marinated chicken pieces are grilled to perfection, then simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander. The yogurt marinade ensures incredibly juicy chicken while the blend of spices creates that signature complex flavor profile that makes this dish so beloved worldwide. Perfect for entertaining or a special weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers bold, warming spices balanced by cooling cream. Serve with fluffy basmati rice and warm naan for the complete experience that will transport your taste buds straight to your favorite Indian restaurant. - Claude
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Ingredients
For the Marinade:
1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1" cubes
1 cup plain yogurt
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground red pepper (or to taste)
2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 inch piece fresh ginger, minced
6 bamboo skewers (6"), soaked in water
For the Sauce:

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1 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño chile, minced (optional for heat)
2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garam masala
½ tsp salt
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup whipping cream
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Thread chicken onto soaked skewers, whisk together all marinade ingredients, coat chicken, and refrigerate, covered, for at least 1 hour.
Discard excess marinade.
To make sauce:
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and jalapeño; cook 1 minute.
Stir in coriander, cumin, paprika, garam masala, and salt; cook 30 seconds.
Pour in tomato sauce; simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in cream; simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
To finish:
Grill or broil skewered chicken, turning, until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
Remove chicken from skewers and add to sauce; simmer 5 minutes.
Garnish with cilantro and serve with basmati rice, naan, or pita.
Servings\Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 485; Total Fat: 32g (Saturated Fat: 18g); Cholesterol: 165mg; Sodium: 890mg; Total Carbohydrates: 12g (Dietary Fiber: 2g, Sugars: 9g); Protein: 38g; Calories from Fat: 288 (59%)
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
This version first appeared in the Chicago Tribune (4/17/02).
It's authentic and spicy—feel free to reduce the red pepper for a milder curry.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: chicken, tikka, masala, indian, curry, grilled
🗂️ Categories: 🥡 Asian Food, 🍗 Chicken & Other Poultry, 🔥 Grilling & BBQ
📚 Collections: Uncle Dave's Cookbook, The TFR Cookbook
Chicken Tikka Masala was added on June 12, 2025 and last updated on June 14, 2025.
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