Healthy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
The Chicken Tikka Masala recipe used in that Indian resturant probably has you addicted, and you may not know where to start in recreating it.
So, Here is a delicious and healthy Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe that will serve both your anytime cravings and health in a cheaper and organic way.
Why Home-cooked Meals Better Options ?
Home cooked meals are always the best, easiset and cheapest way to eat organically and healthy.
This is because you have control over minor details in your meals or drinks like the amount of salt or sugar you put in, to the oil alternatives you use.
Enjoying your favorite dish in a resturant ( Like A Cihicken Tikka Masala ) is great.
However, becoming a pro! at your favorite dish in your home where it can be accessible anytime in a healthier version and can be shared with friends and family or at events is worth it !
How do You Make a Healthy Simple Chicken Tikka Masala ?
Chicken Tikka Masala recipe served with garlic naan bread
Equipment
- 1 Large Bowl
- 1 Frying Pan
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Rolling Pin
- 1 Pan or Cast Iron
- 1 Chopstick Or Skewer
- 1 Damp cloth
- 1 mixer optional
Ingredients
- 3 Large Tomatoes
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 1 piece Scotch Bonnet to add spice ( add more to increase spice )
- 1 piece Pepper to add spice ( adjust according to your spice tolerance )
- 1 Greek Yogurt
- 2 Large Chicken Breast
- 1 Large Onion
- 1 tsp lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Tandoori spice
- 1 tsp Chicken Masala spice store bought
- 1/2 tbsp corriander
- 1/2 tbsp Thyme Dried
- 1 tsp Oregano
Garlic Naan Bread
- 2 tsp Active dry yeast
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Warm water
- 3 Cups Flour
- 3 tbsp Flour reserved flour
- 1/3 Cup Plain Yogurt
- 2/3 Cup Warm Water
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin
- 4 tbsp (56g) Butter Unsalted
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 tbsp Fresh Parsely Chopped
Instructions
- Wash all your Vegetables and Chicken well
- Chop the chicken breast in small chunks.
- Add on the paprika, tandoori, chicken masala spice , tumeric , garlic powder ,onion powder , lemon juice , 2 tsp greek yogurt , salt , pepper , ginger and a teaspoon of oil in the chopped chicken
- Mix it well and store in fridge for atleast thirty minutes ( You can Start with Side dish Preperation during this period)
- After 30 minutes, Fry till its well cooked in the Pan and 1/4 the pan of Oil
- Remove the chicken after its properly cooked from the pan and set aside, and proceed to add chopped onion + thyme dried +oregano and coriander in the pan
- As its Frying together on low heat, Blend the tomato +garlic +pepper +scotch bonnet then add this to the onions that are frying.
- Mix it well then add all the a little more portions of the spices you added to the chicken, in the pan ( Taste to your Level of Satisfaction)
- Once Fried well, Add in 3 tbs of greek yogurt and then the fried chicken set aside, mix well and follow with Little Warm Water
- Allow this to steam in the pot on low heat, and after 5 minutes Mix Well and Add Chopped Parsely
- Your Meal is now ready to be served with any Side Dish of your choice. ( for Garlic naan bread check below)
Garlic Naan Bread
- In a small bowl or cup, Mix the yeast, sugar, and 2 tbsp warm water and Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, yogurt, ⅔ cup warm water, olive oil, and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and mix until a rough dough forms.
- Knead by hand or using a mixer for 3-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky.
- If the dough is too sticky, add the reserved flour a little at a time.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth.
- Allow the Dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour and wait until its doubled in size
- Melt the butter and mix in the minced garlic and chopped fresh parsely
- Cut the dough into equal parts, depending on how big you want the naan.
- Heat a pan or cast-iron and skillet on medium-high heat. Note do not put any oil on the pan )
- Roll out one piece of dough and poke small holes with a skewer or chopstick (optional).
- When the dough puffs up and the bottom is browned, flip and cook until the other side is browned. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Brush with the garlic butter and serve.
- When all ready serve with the chicken tikka masala sauce
This chicken tikka masala recipe the post offers, is a great meal to set out for friends, family or yourself and to keep as leftovers to snack on or as an appetizer. Enjoy it!
For more Healthy Meal Options Made at Home check out Simple Lamb Chops Recipe For a Healthy Meal Plan
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