Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour.
• STEP 2.Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat. Grill or bake the marinated chicken until cooked through and slightly charred.
• STEP 3.In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
• STEP 4.Add tomato puree, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook the sauce for 5-7 minutes until the oil separates.
• STEP 5.Add the grilled chicken pieces to the sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cream and kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves).
• STEP 6.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Cooking Tips

• Marinating the chicken for a longer time enhances the flavor and tenderness.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a skillet or broil it in the oven.
• Adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover chicken tikka masala in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dish on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or cream to prevent drying.
• Serve the chicken tikka masala with steamed basmati rice, naan bread, or roti for a complete meal.