Chicken Tikka Masala
Restaurant-quality Indian-inspired flavors made effortlessly at home. This aromatic blend creates a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce wrapped around tender chicken. Serve over basmati rice for a dinner that feels special on any weeknight.
What You'll Need
2 lbs chicken · 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes · 2 Tbsp tomato paste · 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Suggested Pairings
Place chicken in crockpot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and the packet. Lightly season with salt if desired. Cover. Cook. Stir in heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Serve hot over rice. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Great For
Indian food night at home, impressive weeknight dinners, meal prep, date night, takeout at home
Crockpot Directions
Place chicken in crockpot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and the packet. Lightly season with salt if desired. Cover. Cook. Stir in heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Serve hot over rice. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Alternative Cooking Method
Instant Pot: Add chicken, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and packet. Cook on HIGH pressure 10 minutes. Quick release. Stir in heavy cream and set to saute for 5 minutes. Serve over basmati rice with fresh cilantro.
Blend Ingredients
Chicken soup base (salt, dextrose, hydrolyzed corn protein, onion powder, turmeric [color], cornstarch, monosodium glutamate, tricalcium phosphate [free flowing agent], natural and artificial flavors), dark chili powder, curry powder (spices, turmeric, celery), granulated sugar, granulated garlic, ground cinnamon, paprika, cumin, ground mustard powder, granulated onion, ground ginger, ground black pepper
Dietary marks reflect the blend only — not added ingredients called for in packet instructions. Always check the full recipe on the packet before cooking.
Make It Dairy Free
Use full-fat coconut cream instead of heavy cream for a rich, dairy-free version with a subtle tropical depth.
Make It Pizza
Spoon the tikka masala over naan bread, top with a little mozzarella, and broil 3-4 minutes for the most incredible fusion pizza you have ever had.
Make It Spicy
Add a diced serrano pepper and an extra teaspoon of cayenne for a restaurant-level heat that builds with every bite.
Make It a Bowl
Serve over rice with mango chutney, sliced cucumber, and fresh cilantro for a complete Indian-inspired bowl.
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