Classic Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Classic Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients: chicken thigh; plain yogurt; lemon; garam masala; garlic; ginger; salt; oil; ghee; onion; turmeric; ground coriander; cumin; tomato; chili powder; cream; fresh coriander

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Tender chicken thighs marinated in yogurt and aromatic spices, simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with traditional Indian flavors. Perfectly balanced with garam masala, ginger, garlic, and fresh coriander, this dish pairs beautifully with basmati rice and warm flatbread.

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chicken thighplain yogurtlemongaram masalagarlicgingersaltoilgheeonionturmericground coriandercumintomatochili powdercreamfresh coriander

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Combine plain yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, minced garlic, grated ginger, and salt to make the marinade. Coat the chicken thigh pieces thoroughly with this mixture and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Sear the marinated chicken pieces for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they develop a nice brown crust but are not fully cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming.
Add ghee and a bit more oil to the pan, then add plenty of chopped onions. Sauté gently until the onions soften and turn golden brown. Scrape any browned bits from the pan base during cooking to enhance the flavor.
Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant and aromatic.
Add turmeric, ground coriander, cumin, and garam masala. Cook the spices for 15 to 20 seconds to release their fragrance.
Add chopped tomatoes, season with salt and chili powder, and simmer on low to medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes until the tomatoes thicken and develop a dark caramelized look.
Stir in a little cream along with the marinated chicken pieces and all the accumulated marinade juices. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors meld.
Serve garnished with fresh coriander alongside basmati rice and warm chapati or roti.