Quick Chicken Tikka Masala
Quick Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful North Indian North Indian Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Pulse ginger and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPulse ginger and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
Add onion and pulse again until finely chopped.
Toss chicken with 1 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. pepper, and 1 tsp. garam masala in a medium bowl.
Heat oil over high in a large skillet (at least 12" in diameter).
Add chicken and cook, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
Transfer chicken to a clean medium bowl.
Heat same skillet over medium-high and add butter, chopped onion mixture, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add tomato paste, turmeric, cayenne, and remaining 1 1/2 tsp. garam masala and cook, stirring constantly, about 30 seconds.
Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 2 minutes.
Return chicken to pan, add peas, and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 1 minute more.
Remove from heat and stir in yogurt and lemon juice.
Season with salt and pepper.
Divide among 4 plates, top with cilantro, and serve with naan.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.