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Chicken tikka masala
Yogurt-seasoned chicken finishes in garam-masala tomato sauce.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Baking sheet; saucepan; thermometer.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Marinate
Refrigerator
Have readyChicken, yogurt, half garam masala, chili, half salt
- Coat chicken with yogurt, half the garam masala, chili and half the salt and refrigerate covered.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Roast
450°F (230°C)
Have readyMarinated chicken
- Roast chicken on a lined sheet in a preheated 450°F (230°C) oven.
SPICE MAGICGaram Masala PowderView this spice →Next: Build sauce ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Build sauce
Medium, then low
Have readyOil, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, remaining garam masala and salt
- Sauté onion, garlic and ginger in oil for 6 minutes before simmering tomatoes, remaining garam masala and salt.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Combine
Low
Have readyChicken, cream; optional cilantro
- Simmer roasted chicken and cream in sauce.
- Scatter optional cilantro over the finished bowls.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Basmati rice
Roti
Cucumber raita
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Untested original draft; kitchen review is required before publication.
Measuring your ingredients
Metric weights are preferred; US volumes are approximate.
Ingredients and allergens
Contains milk. Keep raw chicken and its utensils separate from cooked food. Use a thermometer rather than color to check the chicken.
FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF
