Chicken Tikka Recipe – Chicken Tikka recipe is a spicy curry-based dish from the Punjab region. It is a creamy saucy dish served in India, Pakistan, the Middle East, and even European countries where Pakistani/Indian immigrants live. The Chicken Tikka recipe asks for marinated chicken pieces with yogurt and spices. It is recommended to marinate the chicken pieces overnight for improved taste and flavor.
The chicken pieces are then baked in a preheated oven until completely done. Chicken Tikka is a light and delicious recipe that can be served for lunch or dinner. It goes well with salad or boiled rice. It is a dish that can be made for guests during dinner parties. Chicken Tikka can be made for special occasions such as Eid ul Adha and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1) Boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 2) 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 3) 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4) 2 tsp Ground coriander
- 5) 2 tsp Curry powder
- 6) 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 7) 2 Cups plain yoghurt
- 8) 4 Finely chopped garlic cloves
- 9) 1 Inch fresh ginger, chopped
- 10) 2 tsp Ground cumin
Method
- 1. Mix all ingredients except chicken together in a bowl and refrigerate it overnight.
- 2. Add chicken (cut in cubes) and marinate it in the above-mentioned bowl.
- 3. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- 5. Bring chicken to room temperature and skewer on bamboo skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes).
- 6. Place on baking tray and bake in oven for 20 to 35 minutes.
- 7. 3 tbsp of butter can be drizzled over for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
