Chicken Tikka Masala is revered as one of the favorite dishes at our Indian restaurant. Everyone just loved that creamy tangy sauce. It is so much more than just a creamy curry! Chicken Tikka consists of marinated roasted chicken breast chunks cooked in a creamy homemade masala sauce with dried fenugreek.
What is in Chicken Tikka Masala?
This dish consists of 2 main components:
- Tikka – means pieces or chunks, it refers to the marinated chicken chunks.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into cubes)
- Yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Garam masala
- Turmeric
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper
- Masala – that means spice mix, or a blend of spices. It is a rich flavorful sauce mixed with cream or coconut milk to create a smooth and silky texture.
- Onions
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Tomatoes
- Tomato Paste
- Garam Masala
- Turmeric
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Cream or coconut milk
- Cilantro (for garnish)
Ready to savor our Chicken Tikka Masala? Head to our restaurant in downtown San Rafael and our staff will welcome you with smiles!
Interested in recreating it at home? Purchase the ingredients at our Lotus Market Indian grocery store behind Lotus Cuisine of India.
