This is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. One of my roommates in college was Indian, and she introduced me to Indian cooking. The only problem is traditional Indian cooking is time consuming, and usually ends up getting most of the dishes in the kitchen dirt!. So this is an Indian recipe with some short cuts, like using canned tomatoes with green chilies, that ends up being fast enough for a weeknight meal.
Traditionally Chicken Tikka Masala is a very rich and creamy meal, so I also cut the amount of cream in the recipe to make it less fattening. The recipe calls for garam masala, which is an Indian spice that is carried in most grocery stores, but if you don’t have it you could substitute curry powder.
Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts
- 1 red onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 1/3 cup cream
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet and cut the chicken breasts into small cubes. Cook the chicken and onion until the chicken is browned.2 Tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, 1 red onion
- Add the garlic and cook 2 more minutes. Add in all the spices and mix well.1 clove garlic, 2 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Garam Masala, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Stir in the can of tomatoes and bring a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis
- Mix in the cream and cook 5 more minutes on low. Serve over rice if desired.1/3 cup cream
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts are estimates.
Now I want to make some Chicken Tikka Marsala. I love this dish. I wish I had a tandoori oven just to make it.
So good! I was so surprised that I like Indian food after first trying it in England. I like the nan, too!
This looks yummy. I like nan too. 🙂
That looks delicious!
I’m always looking for new chicken dishes. This one looks easy and delicious.
I love chicken tikka !!
I love how you made it lighter–this sounds so good!
This looks so good.
This makes me hungry. Love Chicken Tikka Masala.
I love Chicken Tikka Masala so much! I had it in England in the 90s and fell in love!
That looks really yummy! I’ve never heard of it.
Meals that are quick to make are always a good thing. We’ll have to give it a try.
Looks delicious. Will have to try it soon!
This is my favorite Indian dish. Thank you!