Chicken Tika Masala with yellow rice and cheesy naan bread
This is without a doubt one of my favorite dishes to make for friends and family, it’s super easy and enjoyabe to make and I guarantee that the plates wil be licked clean ;)
INGREDIENTS
Chicken Tikka Masala:
500g chicken breast, diced
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp Tikka Masala spice mix
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup coconut milk/cream
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp garam masala
1 cup cashew nuts
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish\
For the Yellow Rice:
2 cups basmati rice
1 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp butter/oil
4 cups water
Salt to taste
For the Homemade Cheese Naan:
2 cups plain yogurt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Butter and cilantro for brushing
LET’S START COOKING
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with Greek yogurt and Tikka Masala spice mix. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
Cook the Chicken Tikka Masala:
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Stir in the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
Set cooked chicken aside
Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cashew nuts, turmeric, and garam masala into the same pan you’ve cooked the chicken and stir well.
Pour in the coconut milk/cream, reduce heat, and let simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Blend everything in a blender for a smooth texture.
Add the chicken back to the sauce
Garnish with cream and fresh cilantro before serving.
Prepare the Yellow Rice:
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add turmeric and stir until fragrant.
Add the rice and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and fluffy. Season with salt.
Make the Cheese Naan:
In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, flour, baking powder, and salt. Knead until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into small balls, roll each ball flat, and place some grated cheese in the center. Fold the dough over the cheese and roll it out again to seal the cheese inside.
Cook the naan on a hot skillet brushed with melted butter for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala over the yellow rice or separate (whichever way you prefer) , accompanied by the cheese naan. Enjoy your flavorful and homemade meal!
If you’d like to see me make this dish, don’t hesitate to follow my TikTok where i share all my recipes <3
