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Better Than Takeout Homemade Chicken Tikka Masala

Better Than Takeout Chicken Tikka Masala

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1/2 cup Plain yogurt whole milk preferred
  • 1 tbsp Garlic minced, divided in half
  • 1 tbsp Ginger minced, divided in half
  • 2 tbsp Garam masala divided in half
  • 1 Yellow onion medium, diced
  • 14 oz Crushed tomatoes canned
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream can substitute with coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 tbsp minced ginger, and 1 tbsp garam masala. Toss 1.5 lbs cubed chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, sauté 1 medium diced yellow onion, remaining 1/2 tbsp garlic, and 1/2 tbsp ginger until softened (about 4 minutes).
  • Stir in the remaining 1 tbsp garam masala and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in 14 oz crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and simmer for 2 more minutes.
  • Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve warm over rice.