Chicken Tikka Masala

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1hr 5 minutes Total Time: 35  minutes Servings: 10 Introduction: Chicken Tikka Masala is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. The succulent pieces of marinated and grilled chicken are bathed in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce, infused with a medley of aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The dish is often garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of cream, enhancing its visual appeal and taste. Ingredients: • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces • Yogurt • Ginger-garlic paste • Lemon juice • Garam masala • Cumin powder • Coriander powder • Turmeric powder • Red chili powder • Salt • Purti Soyalite Refined Soyabean Oil (for grilling) Instructions: • Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight. • Grill the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers and grill them over charcoal or in a preheated grill pan brushed with Purti Soyalite Refined Soyabean Oil until cooked through and slightly charred. • Prepare the Sauce: Heat Purti Soyalite Refined Soyabean Oil in a pot and sauté the onions until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a few more minutes. • Add the Spices: Stir in garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for a few seconds until the spices are fragrant. • Add the Tomatoes: Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the sauce thickens and the oil separates. • Blend the Sauce (Optional): For a smoother sauce, blend the cooked sauce until smooth. • Add the Cream and Cashew Paste: Stir in heavy cream and cashew paste (if using). Adjust the consistency with water as needed. • Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the grilled chicken pieces to the sauce and cook for a few minutes until the chicken is well coated and heated through. • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.