Coconut Milk Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Coconut Milk Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 800 g Chicken breast; 150 ml Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste; 1.5 tsp Garam masala; 1 tsp Paprika; 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Cumin seeds; 400 g Onions; 200 ml Tomato puree; 400 ml Coconut milk; 3 tbsp Vegetable oil; 1 tsp Salt; 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp Lime juice

A creamy and lighter variation of the classic chicken tikka masala, replacing heavy cream with rich coconut milk for a tropical twist. The dish maintains authentic spices while offering a subtle sweetness and silky texture.

Prep: 30mCook: 35mTotal: 1h 5m4 servingsMediumIndianMain Course

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Ingredients

Chicken breast800 g
Greek yogurt150 ml
Ginger-garlic paste2 tbsp
Garam masala1.5 tsp
Paprika1 tsp
Turmeric powder0.5 tsp
Cumin seeds1 tsp
Onions400 g
Tomato puree200 ml
Coconut milk400 ml
Vegetable oil3 tbsp
Salt1 tsp
Fresh cilantro2 tbsp
Lime juice1 tbsp

Nutrition

420

Calories (kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbs (g)

Fat (g)

Instructions

1
Mix chicken chunks with Greek yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, paprika, turmeric, and half the garam masala. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2
Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until golden on all sides, then remove and set aside.
3
In the same pan, toast cumin seeds for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Add diced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
5
Stir in tomato puree and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Return the chicken to the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
7
Slowly pour in coconut milk while stirring to combine. Add remaining garam masala and salt.
8
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
9
Finish with lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
10
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Tips

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Use full-fat coconut milk for best creaminess
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Don't skip the marinating step for tender, flavorful chicken
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Add coconut milk at the end to prevent curdling
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Reserve some cilantro for garnish to brighten the dish
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Serve with jasmine rice or coconut naan for complementary flavors