In this Chicken Tikka Masala recipe, pieces of chicken thigh meat marinates in a spiced yogurt combination and cooked in a tomato, coconut milk and garam masala spiced sauce. Serve with rice and naan. Serves 6.
Course Mains & Entrees
Cuisine Indian
Keyword annatto, chicken, curry, garam masala, indian
In a large bowl combine the chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, 2 teaspoons cumin, chili powder, annatto (for color), cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 3/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to combine, cover and refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours.
Heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add butter, garlic, 2 of both teaspoons garam masala and coriander, 1 teaspoon of both cumin and paprika. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
Add in the marinated chicken and cook for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked. Next, add in the tomato sauce and sugar and season with kosher salt (it was a 1/2 teaspoon for me). Cook for 5 to 8 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and stir in coconut milk. Cook until sauce has thickened a bit.
Serve with rice, naan or pita bread and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.