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Friday, September 9, 2011

chicken tikka masala

When we first moved to Seattle, my dear friend Stacy invited us over for dinner. She said she would be making Indian food and I was a little worried. I had never tried Indian food before and I thought I wouldn't like it. I was completely wrong! Stacy made chicken korma and I couldn't get enough. My husband and I left her house raving over the food. Since then, I have learned to make all sorts of Indian dishes as well as many other Asian recipes. Much to the credit of Stacy who has given me so many tips along the way.  Last night I made a recipe from my friend, Caulene. Chicken Tikka Masala is always a big hit at our house. Even my boys love it! This version is so easy since you don't have to stand over the stove.

Chicken Tikka Masala
1 lb. chicken tenders (I usually do 2 lbs because we like more chicken)
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 c. low fat milk
1 c. plain yogurt
2 T. lemon juice
2 T. cilantro ( I add more because we love it!)
2 tsp. minced garlic
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. garam masala
dash of red pepper

--Mix all ingredients together. Pour over chicken in large casserole dish. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve over jasmine rice.

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19 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Looks yummy. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. LissyLouSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    mmm looks good - although i'll make mine a veggie one and use Realeat xx

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  3. LuciSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    mmmmm! gonna go buy myself some garam masala!

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  4. mrspellySeptember 9, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Wondering how spicy this is? I have little kids that don't appreciate too much spice yet ;)

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  5. sweetest designSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    that looks yummie! I am going to try that!

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  6. SamSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    We love chicken tikka masala but have never made it - this looks so easy we might try it this weekend! Thanks!

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  7. Little Birdie SecretsSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    mrspelly--it has really nice flavor to it, but it's not very hot spicy. Just omit the red pepper. I have one son who doesn't do too well with spicy and he loves it!

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  8. mandySeptember 9, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Mmm, I can't wait to try this! Indian food is so yummy, but I haven't really tried cooking it. You are inspirational. :)

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  9. Rozelle FaulknerSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Being from the UK, I couldn't help but be slightly amused by this post. Chicken Tikka Masala is officially recognised now as 'Britain's true national dish'.

    Having grown up in a town that holds the largest Diwali celebration outside of India, Indian food has been part of my diet since I was young.

    We eat Indian dishes at least twice a week and my 2yr old Daughter loves a curry!

    Now, for a real treat, look up recipes for Barfi, a delicious Indian sweet.

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  10. TanyaSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I have never made anything like that. We are going to try it tonight:)

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  11. KeBeLeKSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    wow! it sounds great! i would try it ASAP. thanz for sharing

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  12. NickiSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Love Chicken Tikka Masala, and this recipe is WAY easier than mine (mine is of the stand over the stove variety). Looks like we'll be making it more often! Thanks!

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  13. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Mmmm that looks good! I love indian food but I've never been brave enough to try cooking it. Maybe I will attempt this one.

    Natalie
    www.projectdowhatyoulove.wordpress.com

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  14. Maggie and SheepieSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Just made it tonight. Delicious and super simple!

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  15. ms.clarkSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    DELISH! The picture makes my mouth water. I have to say I am glad you are my friend too.

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  16. Lisa LSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    This looks yummy! I must try it. Do you happen to have the recipe for chicken korma to share?

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  17. TiffanySeptember 10, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    have you ever tried this in the crockpot?

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  18. Little Birdie SecretsSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Tiffany, I have never tried it in the crock pot but I bet it would work well! I have a lot of recipes where you just cook on low for 8 hrs. Maybe that would work!

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  19. ShaunaSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Thanks for the recipe. I use a spice mix from our local Indian grocer and make my own paratha to go with it. I'm going to try your recipe tonight. By any chance, did you get the korma recipe from your friend and, if so, would she and you be willing to share it? Thanks! P.S. I have made several of the easy crochet afghans and they are BEAUTIFUL!!! Thanks for posting!!!

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