Santhoshi's  Kitchen

Chicken tikka masala recipe (serving size-2)

Ingredients

Marination

1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces (the smaller the piece, more flavors will get into the meat)

1/2 cup bell peppers (2-inch pieces)

1/2 cup onion (2-inch pieces)

2 tablespoons  plain yogurt

2 tablespoons oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 &1/2 tablespoons Santhoshi's Indian Spice Blend

Sauce

1/2 cup diced onion

1 cup canned diced tomatoes

4 tablespoons oil

1 & 1/2 tablespoons Santhoshi's Indian Spice Blend

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Procedure

Baking Chicken & Veggies 

1. Start by mixing 1 & 1/2 tablespoons of spice blend, yogurt,  lemon juice, and oil to create a delicious marinade! Toss in chicken, onion, and bell pepper mixing to infuse flavors.

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2. Transfer the marinated chicken and veggies into a deep baking dish. Keep the baking dish uncovered and bake at 400°F for 30 minutes, then broil for 5 minutes for a perfect finish. 

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Making the Sauce

1. Place a pan on the stove , switch on the heat and add 4 tablespoons of oil. Add 1/2 cup onion and fry until the onion turns light golden brown color. And then add diced tomatoes, 1 & 1/2 tablespoons spice blend, and 1/2 cup of water; cover and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir the contents occasionally to avoid burning.

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2. Uncover the pan and cook on medium heat until the sauce thickens and  oil oozes around the edges of the pan.

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3. Add the baked chicken and veggies with the juices in the baking dish into the sauce; simmer for 2 minutes and then stir in the 1/2 cup cream and cook another 2 minutes.  Enjoy your Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice or Naan bread.

If you would like to reduce the spiciness in the sauce , add a little extra heavy cream. It will tone down the heat. 

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