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Tender, smoky pieces of grilled chicken are simmered in a rich, creamy tomato gravy. This globally beloved North Indian curry is a restaurant classic you can easily make at home, perfect with naan or rice.
For 4 servings
Marinate the Chicken
Cook the Chicken Tikka
Prepare the Masala Gravy Base
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Tender, smoky pieces of grilled chicken are simmered in a rich, creamy tomato gravy. This globally beloved North Indian curry is a restaurant classic you can easily make at home, perfect with naan or rice.
This north_indian recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 492.49 calories per serving with 34.12g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Build the Tomato Gravy
Combine and Simmer
Finish and Serve
Replace chicken with 400g of paneer cubes or firm tofu. Marinate and pan-fry the paneer/tofu just until golden before adding to the gravy.
Use firm tofu or chickpeas instead of chicken. Substitute yogurt with a plant-based yogurt (like coconut or soy), butter with vegan butter or more oil, and heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk or cashew cream.
Use low-fat yogurt for the marinade and replace heavy cream with evaporated milk or a blend of milk and cornstarch for a lighter gravy.
Add 1-2 finely chopped green chilies along with the onions, and increase the amount of red chili powder to your preference.
Chicken is a high-quality lean protein, essential for muscle growth, repair, and overall body function. A single serving provides a significant portion of your daily protein needs.
The recipe uses spices like turmeric, ginger, and garlic, which are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help support a healthy immune system.
Tomatoes are the primary base of the gravy and are an excellent source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to reducing the risk of certain chronic diseases.
One serving of this homemade Chicken Tikka Masala contains approximately 535 calories. The exact count can vary based on the type of chicken (breast vs. thigh) and the fat content of the yogurt and cream used.
This dish can be part of a balanced diet. It's a great source of protein from chicken. However, it is also rich in fat and calories due to the cream, butter, and oil. To make it healthier, you can use chicken breast, low-fat yogurt, and reduce the amount of cream and butter.
Yes, you can. For a nut-free version, you can omit the cashews. To achieve a similar creamy texture, you can use 2-3 tablespoons of thick yogurt, melon seeds (magaz), or poppy seeds (khus khus) blended into a paste.
Chicken Tikka refers to the marinated, grilled, or pan-fried pieces of chicken, which is a dry appetizer. Chicken Tikka Masala is the curry dish where those cooked chicken tikka pieces are simmered in a creamy tomato-based gravy.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water or milk if the gravy has thickened too much. You can also microwave it.