Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine cubed chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
Prepare the sauce: In a large pan or pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Add spices: Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chili powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Cook the chicken: Grill, bake, or pan-fry the marinated chicken until cooked through and slightly charred. Alternatively, you can add the marinated chicken directly to the sauce and simmer until cooked through.
Combine chicken and sauce: Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and stir to coat evenly. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add cream and garnish: Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk for a richer flavor. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
Serve: Serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread. Enjoy!
The recipe was ok. The sauce tasted good, but it was a bit too oily for my liking. I might try adjusting the amount of oil next time.
Very good Chicken Tikka Masala. The spice level was just right, and the flavors were well-balanced. I added a bit more chili for a little extra kick.
It was good, but not exceptional. The sauce was a bit bland. I might try adding more spices next time to boost the flavor.
Really enjoyed this recipe! It was quick and easy to make and tasted delicious. The perfect weeknight meal.
This recipe is a winner! Easy to follow and the results were amazing. The aroma while cooking was heavenly. Definitely making this again soon.
