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Ingredients for Chicken Tikka Masala typically include:
- Chicken breast or thigh, cut into small pieces
- Yogurt
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Lemon juice
- Spices (such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, garam masala)
- Tomato puree
- Heavy cream
- Butter or oil
- Salt
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional).
Instructions for making Chicken Tikka Masala:
- Marinate the chicken pieces with yogurt, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and spices for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Skewer the marinated chicken and grill or broil until slightly charred, about 10-12 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat butter or oil over medium heat.
- Add the tomato puree and spices and cook until fragrant and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Add the grilled chicken pieces and cook until fully coated with the sauce.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice or with naan bread and garnish with fresh cilantro (if desired).