Quick Chicken Tikka Masala

Submitted by English_Rose

"Another of the favourites of the UK. Please try and enjoy!"

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 limes, juice of
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• salt and pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1⁄2 lemon, juice of

directions

1. Mix ginger, turmeric, garlic, chili, half the cilantro, lime juice, 1 tbsp of the oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
2. Add chicken strips and coat well. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
3. Soften the onion in the remaining oil and add the chicken along with it's marinade.
4. Cook on a medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes.
5. Add cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
6. Season and add lemon juice to taste along with remaining cilantro.
7. Serve with naan bread, white rice and a cold beer!