Today I will show you how to prepare Chicken tikka masala, it is a very delicious main course and can be prepared in different ways.
Fish and paneer tikkas are also common
Recipe Summary
Preparation
10 min
Cooking
35 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
Instructions
1
Step 1
To begin with, we are going to macerate the already chopped chicken in a mixture made with yogurt, salt, lemon juice and half of the spices. The chicken must be soaked in this mixture and must be kept that way for at least 2 hours in the fridge. You can stay longer, even from one day to the next.
2
Step 2
On the other hand, we pass the tomato with the onion and garlic through the blender until there is a uniform paste.
3
Step 3
Saute the chicken until golden brown and set aside.
4
Step 4
In the same pan, reduce the tomato paste with another 2 tablespoons of oil on the fire until it thickens a little and darkens. We added salt and half of the spices that we had reserved.
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Step 5
To complete the dish, mix the chicken with the tomato and add the milk.
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Step 6
As soon as the sauce reduces and the chicken is well done inside, we will have the chicken tikka masala ready. We can serve it with white rice.
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Chicken tikka masala and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
For recipes requiring long cooking time, maintain low and steady temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 10 minutes and the cooking time is 35 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.