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Authentic Chicken Tikka

Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala

Meta Description: Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala with creamy tomato gravy and classic spices
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 SERVING

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless chicken cubed
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and salt. Add chicken and coat well. Rest for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a pan and cook marinated chicken until lightly charred. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, melt butter, add tomato puree, and cook until thick. Add cream and simmer gently. Add cooked chicken and simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

Adjust chili powder for spice level. Use thighs for juicier texture.