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author\/source:"Once Upon A Chef"<\/a>
\nrating:*****
\ntags: recipe web OnceUponAChef chicken mediterranean indian dinner main-dish
\ncreation date: 2023-08-20
\nmod date: 2023-08-20<\/p>\n

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Chicken Tikka Masala<\/h2>\n

Chicken tikka masala is a dish of yogurt-marinated broiled chicken in a creamy, spice-infused tomato sauce.<\/em><\/p>\n

Servings: 4 to 6
\nPrep Time: 20 Minutes
\nCook Time: 40 Minutes
\nTotal Time: 60 Minutes plus at least 1 hour to marinate the chicken<\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/h3>\n

For the Chicken<\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Amount<\/th>\nIngredient<\/th>\nNotes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1\/2 Cup<\/td>\nWhole Milk Yogurt<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 1\/2 tsp<\/td>\nSalt<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nTurmeric<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nGaram Masala<\/td>\ncan substitute curry powder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nGround Coriander<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nGround Cumin<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2 lbs<\/td>\nBoneless Skinless Chicken Breasts<\/td>\ncut into 2-inch chunks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
For the Sauce<\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Amount<\/th>\nIngredient<\/th>\nNotes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
4 T<\/td>\nUnsalted Butter<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 Medium<\/td>\nYellow Onion<\/td>\nfinely chopped<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 T<\/td>\nFresh Ginger<\/td>\nfinely chopped<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 1\/4 tsp<\/td>\nGaram Masala<\/td>\ncan substitute curry powder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 1\/4 tsp<\/td>\nGround Coriander<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 3\/4 tsp<\/td>\nGround Cumin<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 (14oz) Can<\/td>\nCrushed Tomatoes<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 1\/4 Cup<\/td>\nHeavy Cream<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nSalt<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1 tsp<\/td>\nSugar<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1\/4 tsp<\/td>\nFresh Ground Black Pepper<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Instructions<\/h3>\n
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  1. n a bowl large enough to hold the chicken, whisk together the yogurt, salt, turmeric, garam masala, coriander, and cumin. <\/li>\n
  2. Add the chicken and mix until it is evenly coated. <\/li>\n
  3. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.<\/li>\n
  4. Preheat the broiler and set an oven rack in the top position. <\/li>\n
  5. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack on top; spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray.<\/li>\n
  6. Place the chicken on the prepared rack, spooning any marinade left in the bowl over the chicken. <\/li>\n
  7. Broil for 7 to 8 minutes, until browned on top. (The chicken does not need to be flipped over.) While the chicken cooks, start the sauce.<\/li>\n
  8. To make the sauce:\n
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    1. Melt the butter over medium heat in a large pan. <\/li>\n
    2. Add the onions and ginger and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. <\/li>\n
    3. Do not brown; reduce the heat if necessary. <\/li>\n
    4. Add the spices and cook 2 minutes more. <\/li>\n
    5. Add the tomatoes, heavy cream, salt, sugar, pepper and \u00bd cup water. <\/li>\n
    6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 15 minutes. <\/li>\n
    7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (I usually add a bit more salt and sugar).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
    8. Add the broiled chicken to the sauce and simmer until the chicken is warmed through and fully cooked, a few minutes. <\/li>\n
    9. Serve with buttered Indian basmati rice and\/or naan<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
      Note<\/h6>\n

      Check out easy guidance on how to peel, grate, and chop fresh ginger here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

      Make Ahead: Feel free to make this dish entirely ahead of time. Reheat the chicken in the sauce on the stovetop over medium-low heat until warmed through.<\/p>\n

      Nutrition Information<\/h3>\n