---
title: Chicken Tikka Masala
servings: 4
prep time: 20 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/chicken-tikka-masala
---

Gather @chicken breast{600%g}, @greek yogurt{200%g}, @fresh ginger{2%tbsp}, @garam masala{2%tsp}, @ground turmeric{1%tsp}, @chili powder{1%tsp}, @heavy cream{100%ml} and @fresh cilantro{0.5%bunch}.

Mix the yogurt with half the @garlic{4%clove}, ginger and spices; marinate the chicken at least 1 hour, or overnight. ~{1%hours}

Sear the marinated chicken in a hot pan or under a broiler until charred at the edges; it will finish cooking in the sauce. ~{8%minutes}

Melt the @butter{40%g}, soften the @onion{1}, then add the remaining garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant.

Stir in the @canned tomato{400%g} and simmer until it darkens and reduces. ~{12%minutes}

Blend or mash the sauce smooth, then return it to the pan with the cream and seared chicken; simmer until the chicken is cooked through. ~{8%minutes}

Stir in the cilantro and adjust salt to taste.