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Creamy coconut chicken tikka masala with tender chicken in a tomato coconut curry sauce.

Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala-Easy One-Pan Dinner

Make creamy coconut chicken tikka masala with tender chicken, warm spices, tomato sauce, and coconut milk. An easy one-pan dinner for busy nights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 325 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce

  • 1 lb chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (optional, for garnish)

Tikka Masala Spice Blend

  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • Salt to taste
  • Note: This makes a generous spice blend. Start by adding 1–2 tablespoons to your dish and adjust to taste.

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Combine all the spices in a small bowl. Season the chicken with 1–2 tablespoons of the spice blend.
  • Cook the chicken. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on the outside.
  • Add the onion. Stir in the diced yellow onion and cook for 3–5 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the tomato sauce. Pour in the can of tomato sauce and stir well. Let it cook for 2–3 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Add the coconut milk. Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Serve. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve over basmati rice or with warm naan bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 25gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 907mgPotassium: 815mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1046IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 5mg
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