Name: Trader Joe’s Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 jar Trader Joe's Masala Simmer Sauce; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; Salt and pepper, to taste; Cilantro, for garnish

Trader Joe’s Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Glori King Modified: August 8, 2024

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How To Make Trader Joe’s Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

A savory dish with tender chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce, spiced with aromatic Indian flavors.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 jar Trader Joe’s Masala Simmer Sauce
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the diced onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add in the grated ginger and spices and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add in the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
Pour in the jar of Masala Simmer Sauce and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and allow the dish to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve hot with warm naan bread or steamed rice.

Nutrition

Calories : 412kcal
Total Fat : 23g
Saturated Fat : 10g
Cholesterol : 133mg
Sodium : 797mg
Total Carbohydrates : 15g
Dietary Fiber : 1g
Sugar : 6g
Protein : 34g

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