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Chicken Tikka

Tender marinated chicken tikka served with fresh red onion, shredded cabbage, bright cilantro, and green chutney for a vibrant, flavorful Indian dish.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
32g
Chicken Tikka
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast
  • ¾ cup yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • ½ cup green chutney
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut chicken into 1.5-inch cubes and mix with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, and salt.

  2. 2

    Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot.

  4. 4

    Cook chicken cubes for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Thinly slice red onion and toss with shredded cabbage and fresh cilantro.

  6. 6

    Plate chicken tikka with cabbage slaw and drizzle generously with green chutney.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet or grill pan
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • serving platter

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