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creamy orange chicken tikka masala in a bowl garnished with cilantro, served with basmati rice and naan, on a patterned cloth, wide horizontal composition, warm natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Chicken Tikka Masala

Canned chicken cooked in a delicious and creamy tomato curry sauce with rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans canned chicken drained
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Method
 

  1. In a skillet, saute the garlic and ginger in a little oil until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the garam masala and cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
  3. Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream until the sauce turns smooth and orange.
  5. Fold in the drained chicken and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Serve over rice with naan and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Notes

A pinch of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes.