Recipe: Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala is a classic and flavorful dish that originates from Indian cuisine. With a perfect balance of spices and a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce, it's a dish loved by many. Let's dive into the steps to create this delicious Chicken Tikka Masala at home.

Ingredients:

For Chicken Marinade:

500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon garam masala
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Chicken Marinade:

In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and vegetable oil to create the marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for more flavor.
Preheat your oven to a high broil. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers and place them on a baking tray.
Broil the chicken in the oven for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked and slightly charred at the edges. You can also grill the chicken for an authentic smoky flavor.

Sauce:

In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes to enhance their flavors.
Pour in the tomato puree or crushed tomatoes, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the oil separates from the mixture.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt according to your taste.
Add the broiled or grilled chicken pieces to the sauce, ensuring they are coated evenly. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Sprinkle garam masala over the chicken tikka masala, stir, and let it simmer for a few more minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala over steamed rice or with warm naan bread. Enjoy the rich and aromatic flavors of this iconic dish!

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

Wondering what chicken tikka masala is? Here’s everything you need to know about this Indian dish, including its origins, ingredients, and more!

There’s nothing quite like sitting down to a piping hot plate of chicken tikka masala. This world-renowned dish, with countless regional variations, can be found in Indian

THE ORIGIN OF CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

As we’ve eluded to, the origin story of the chicken tikka masala is the stuff of legends. While many people assume that this dish originated in India, the most popular origin story places its roots in Scotland when a Bengali chef had to improvise in a jiffy. Today, many consider it to be the national dish of the UK. The dish is celebrated for embracing the diverse and ancient heritage of the islands.

However, there is considerable debate around this topic. Due to its complex history, widespread adoption, and variety of preparation, the dish’s exact beginnings may never be fully known.

No discussion of chicken tikka masala history is complete without the story of the Ali family. On a dark and stormy Glasgow night in 1971, an off-duty bus driver stopped in at a local Indian restaurant for a plate of chicken curry. The chef, Ali Ahmed Aslam, delivered his dish, but the bus driver was displeased and returned it for being too dry.

In a pinch, Ali used what he had on hand – a simmering, creamy tomato soup – to moisten the dish. The bus driver enjoyed his new plate so much that he regularly returned for years, bringing his friends and family to enjoy Ali’s new creation. Thus, chicken tikka masala was born.

Of course, there are those who doubt the veracity of this tale. Some food historians claim that the dish is simply a toned-down version of similar, spicier dishes in the Punjab regions of India. They believe the dish dates back much further, possibly even originating in the 1940s.

So, while some say the dish began in Britain, it still originated from Bangladeshi chefs who devised it as a means of pleasing the milder Scottish palate.

Whatever the case, nearly everyone agrees on a few key points. First, the dish involves chicken tikka (small pieces or bits of meat) and creamy tomato masala. Second, chicken tikka masala is now a delicious, worldwide favorite among the wide offerings of Indian cuisine. Indian restaurants from North America to Asia prepare it as a feature dish, and some of the world’s top chefs offer it on their menus.

Along with @foodmoodgurgaon and butter chicken, it is likely the most widely known Indian dish on Earth. This brings up the much-debated question: what’s the difference between chicken tikka masala and butter chicken?

BUTTER CHICKEN VS CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

Funnily enough, even many Indians get confused when asked to distinguish chicken tikka masala from butter chicken.

Bearing a strikingly similar orange tinge, these two curries not only make for look-alikes but are also the top contenders in the ‘most popular Indian curry’ category. Moreover, the countless regional variations make it harder to tell the difference. So, what really sets these two dishes apart?

Simply put, butter chicken is richer in butter. Easy enough. This ingredient is added in abundance to make the tomato sauce creamier and lend a certain sweetness to the palate. Chicken tikka masala is the spicier variant, carrying more nuanced flavors.

Unlike chicken tikka masala, the origins of butter chicken are far from disputed. It is universally acknowledged that butter chicken is the invention of Kundan Lal, the founder of the famous restaurant Moti Mahal in New Delhi, India.

Kundan realized that much of his tandoori and roasted chicken was wasted due to its dry texture. So, he crafted a solution with the creation of this curry-based recipe. Little did he know then that his utilitarian recipe was on its path to becoming a global delicacy, one that’s recognized as ‘butter chicken’ today.

Now that you’re up to speed on the history of chicken tikka masala, these questions must be on your mind: What goes into it? What makes it so delicious? And how can I get some of my own?

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