Chicken Tikka MasalaIngredients:
For the chicken marinade:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup plain yogurt 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/4 teaspoon saltFor the sauce:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 (13.
5-ounce) can coconut milk 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantroInstructions:
1.
Marinate the chicken:
In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, cilantro, mint, coriander, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, and salt.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
2.
Prepare the sauce:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the onion and sauté until browned.
Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for another minute.
3.
Stir in the tomatoes, coconut milk, coriander, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4.
Grill the chicken:
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5.
Add the chicken to the sauce:
Stir the grilled chicken into the tomato sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
6.
Garnish and serve:
Sprinkle the chicken tikka masala with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or naan bread.

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