CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA, FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED RECIPE - (4/5)

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Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 23

MASALA SAUCE:
CHICKEN TIKKA
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon table salt
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts , trimmed of fat
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium garlic cloves , minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion , diced fine, about 1 1/4 cups
2 medium garlic cloves , minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 fresh serrano chile , ribs and seeds removed, flesh minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon table salt
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • CHICKEN: Combine cumin, coriander, cayenne, and salt in small bowl. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with spice mixture, pressing gently so mixture adheres. Place chicken on plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes. In large bowl, whisk together yogurt, oil, garlic, and ginger; set aside. SAUCE: Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until light golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, chile, tomato paste, and garam masala; cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, sugar, and salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cream and return to simmer. Remove pan from heat and cover to keep warm. While sauce simmers, adjust oven rack to upper-middle position (about 6 inches from heating element) and heat broiler. Using tongs, dip chicken into yogurt mixture (chicken should be coated with thick layer of yogurt) and arrange on wire rack set in foil-lined rimmed baking sheet or broiler pan. Discard excess yogurt mixture. Broil chicken until thickest parts register 160°F on instant-read thermometer and exterior is lightly charred in spots, 10 to 18 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through cooking. Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then cut into 1-inch chunks and stir into warm sauce (do not simmer chicken in sauce). Stir in cilantro, adjust seasoning with salt, and serve.

Don Best king
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This is my new favorite chicken tikka masala recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I love that I can adjust the spice level to my liking. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.


Adan Raul
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken tikka masala. I especially liked the fact that the recipe is not too spicy, so it was enjoyed by people of all ages.


Jackson wataka
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it for the delicious results. I love that I can use store-bought tikka masala sauce to save time.


Sajjad bhaiya1234
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I love that I can make it ahead of time, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Carlin Henry
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This is my new go-to recipe for chicken tikka masala! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I love that I can adjust the spice level to my liking. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.


Milon Miah
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken tikka masala. I especially liked the fact that the recipe is not too spicy, so it was enjoyed by people of all ages.


Cole Carter
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I love that I can use store-bought tikka masala sauce to save time.


humayon humayon
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I was a bit skeptical about trying this recipe, as I'm not a huge fan of Indian food. But I was pleasantly surprised! The chicken was very flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and mild. I would definitely make this again.


Frank Escobedo
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it always turns out great. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it for the delicious results. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.


IamNotDucky BG
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This is my new favorite chicken tikka masala recipe! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I love that I can adjust the spice level to my liking. I will definitely be making this recipe again soon.


Randy Panter
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that the recipe is not too spicy, so it was enjoyed by people of all ages.


Emma Wilcoxson
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I'm not a huge fan of Indian food, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The chicken was very flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and mild. I would definitely make this again.


Chamath Loshitha
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was totally worth it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was packed with flavor. I served it with basmati rice and naan bread, and it was a hit with my family and friends.


Savage Pain
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I've tried many chicken tikka masala recipes over the years, but this one from Cook's Illustrated is by far the best. The marinade for the chicken is so flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again a


shiv yadav
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This chicken tikka masala recipe from Cook's Illustrated is a game-changer! The flavors are incredibly rich and complex, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.