Better Than Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 white onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, shredded
• 2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander
• 20 oz tomato puree
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1 In a large bowl, combine the chicken with yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and salt and mix until the chicken is coated then cover and set aside for 30-minutes up to overnight;
2. 2 Once the chicken has marinated, you will heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a large skillet, and then cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes stirring regularly;
3. 3 Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside (it will not be fully cooked);
4. 4 Add the butter and onions to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes;
5. 5 Then add in the garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, paprika, coriander, and continue cooking for an additional 1 minute;
6. 6 Reduce the heat to low and pour in the tomato puree, chili powder, and salt then stir;
7. 7 Mix in the heavy cream, sugar, and water then stir to combine;
8. 8 Simmer stirring occasionally for an additional 7-8 minutes or until the sauce is starting to thicken and the chicken is fully cooked;
9. 9 Serve with rice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro over the top.

NUTRITION

Calories: 666kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 51g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 16g