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Easy Chicken Tikka Masala

This Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe with tender chargrilled chicken cooked in a creamy tomato based sauce is better than any Indian takeout

Ingredients

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Chicken Tikka
2
Cut the chicken tenderloins into 1-inch cubes, cleaning any fat, if necessary.
3
Prepare the ginger and garlic paste using a mortar and pestle. (see notes)
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Mix this paste with all of the other ingredients listed to create a paste.
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Mix the chicken and the marinade, ensuring the chicken is well covered, and set aside for a minimum of 30 minutes. (see notes)
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After this, chargrill the chicken on a grill pan, cooking just enough to sear the meat on all sides. Set aside till needed. (see notes)
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Chicken Masala
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Heat the cooking oil and saute the chopped onion in it.
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Once the onion is a medium golden brown, add the garlic and ginger paste and saute for 30 seconds.
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Add the tomato puree next and mix well.
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Add all the spices and roast the mixture until all the water evaporates. (see notes)
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Add the chargrilled chicken and saute till it's all coated in the tomato masala.
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Add some water to create a nice thick consistency and mix well till you have a cohesive mixture.
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Add in the heavy whipping cream and bring to a light simmer.
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Cook till you have the desired consistency to your masala, garnish with cilantro, and serve.