Chicken Tikka Masala

Bright and deeply spiced, this Chicken Tikka Masala dish takes ho-hum chicken thighs into irresistible territory.

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Serves
4
Total Time
85
Prep Time
10
Cook Time
25

Ingredients

  • null 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • null 1 cup plain yogurt
  • null 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • null 4 tsp garam masala, divided
  • null 2 tsp ground cumin, divided
  • null 2 tsp paprika, divided
  • null 1 tsp salt
  • null 1 cup RiceSelect® Basmati rice
  • null 2 tbsp ghee
  • null 1 onion, diced
  • null 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • null 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • null 1 tsp ground coriander
  • null 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • null 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • null 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • null 1 tsp brown sugar
  • null ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons garam masala, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, and salt. Cover and allow to marinate for 1 hour.
  2. Prepare rice according to package directions.
  3. Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes per side until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the onion for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 additional minute.
  5. Stir in the remaining garam masala, cumin, paprika, coriander and cayenne. Cook for 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 7 minutes or until thickened.
  6. Add the chicken back to the sauce and stir in the brown sugar. Simmer for 5 additional minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro.
  7. Serve over the Basmati rice.