Chicken Coconut Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala is a comforting, spice-filled dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home. With tender, yogurt-marinated chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, this recipe delivers the bold flavors of your favorite takeout without the wait. A blend of garam masala, turmeric, and paprika adds warmth, while coconut milk brings a touch of creaminess. Serve it over Basmati rice with a side of naan for a meal that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 395kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts cubed
- 1-2 cups plain yogurt
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 3-4 tablespoon garam masala
- 1-2 tablespoon turmeric
- 1-2 tablespoon paprika
- 1-2 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Before cooking, soak the chicken breasts in the yogurt, 1 tablespoon of the garam masala, and salt. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours to allow the chicken to soak in the flavors.
- Mince the garlic cloves. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil, and sauté the garlic along with the ginger on medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
- Turn the heat to high and add the chicken to the pan. Stir in 2 tablespoon of tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes. Lower the heat to low and add the diced tomatoes to the chicken.
- Add salt, sugar, garam masala, paprika, cumin and turmeric, adding a tablespoon of each until you reach the desired taste. Pour in the coconut milk and stir until the mixture is combined. Simmer the ingredients until the chicken is cooked.
- Serve with rice and naan.
Notes
Storage Information
Refrigerator: Store any leftover Chicken Tikka Masala in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating: When you're ready to enjoy the dish again, reheat it on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, or in the microwave until hot. You may need to add a splash of water or extra coconut milk to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 617mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 835IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 4mg
