Authentic Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Ingredients

• Chicken Tikka (Marinade)
• 2 pounds chicken (I used boneless and skinless - chicken breast and thighs)
• 1½ cups plain yogurt or hung curd
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garam masala or homemade garam masala
• 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
• 5 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Chicken Tikka Masala (Curry Sauce)
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
• 2 large onions (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder (or ground)
• 2 teaspoons cumin powder (or ground)
• 2 teaspoons chili powder (deggi mirch powder)
• 1 cup of regular diced tomatoes (fire-roasted tomatoes)
• 2 cups tomato sauce (or passata )
• ½ cup half and half
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
• Serving Suggestions (All Optional)
• ½ cup cooked basmati rice (per serving)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro (garnish)