Chicken Tikka
30 min387 kcal 2 servingsEasy
Nutrition per serving
estimated387kcal
Protein37g
Carbs10g
Fat42g
Fiber1g
Estimated — 5 ingredients not in food database (100% mass accounted for)
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Ingredients
2 servingsContains: dairy
Method
- 1Cut 400 g boneless chicken into 2 cm cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
- 2Add 2 tbsp plain yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder.
- 3Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
- 4Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- 5Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook for 6–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6Drizzle 1 tbsp melted ghee or oil over the chicken during cooking for extra richness.
- 7Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- 8Serve hot with mint chutney or lemon wedges on the side.
Frequently asked
Chicken Tikka has about 387 kcal per serving — roughly 37g protein, 10g carbs, and 42g fat.
About 30 minutes total — 10 min prep and 20 min cooking.
Yes — Chicken Tikka is gluten free.
Chicken Tikka contains dairy. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
This recipe makes 2 servings.
