Best Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipes

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EASY INSTANT POT® CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Simple and absolutely irresistible chicken tikka masala made in the Instant Pot® with all the flavors of garam masala and turmeric. A wonderful and easy midweek dinner option.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground ginger
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, yogurt, garam masala, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and ginger in a bowl; toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add chicken with marinade; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Place tomato sauce, garlic, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, and salt in the pot; stir until well combined. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Remove lid and select Saute function. Pour in cream; stir well. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 143.7 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 965.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

EASY CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This was found on allrecipes.com. The original recipe called for a whopping 7 teaspoons of salt! We cut that considerably when we made it, and it was delicious, but still very salty. This version is salted to taste. We served this with basmati rice and it was yummy!

Provided by Carianne

Categories     Curries

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 20 min
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 t cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and chicken in a large bowl.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Thread chicken onto soaked skewers.
  • Grill until pink is gone on high heat, about 10 minutes each side.
  • Set chicken aside.
  • In a large heavy skillet, melt butter and saute garlic and jalepeno for 1 minute over medium heat.
  • Season with 2 t cumin and paprika.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and cream, simmer on low for 20 minutes.
  • Add grilled chicken, simmer for 10 additional minutes.
  • Salt to taste, and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.7, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 19.8, Cholesterol 166.7, Sodium 449.9, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 27.7

EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This is a very quick, easy, and tasty version of the national dish of the UK! Try it once and you'll make it time and again. Serve over basmati rice.

Provided by MeanDean

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut in bite-sized pieces
1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup plain yogurt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Stir chicken, tomato sauce, yogurt, jalapeno pepper, ginger, cumin, garam masala, black pepper, paprika, garlic, cinnamon, coriander, and salt together in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Stir cream, cilantro, and lemon juice into chicken mixture during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 182.1 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 760.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

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