Easy Trader Joe’s Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Method

• 1)

  In a bowl, combine ½ Cup Yogurt, 3 pressed Garlic Cloves, ½ Teaspoon Grated Ginger, 1½ Teaspoon Fine Sea Salt, 2 Teaspoons Garam Masala. Stir the marinade then add the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or up to 24 hours.

• 2)

  When you’re ready to cook the chicken, pre-heat your outdoor grill to med-high heat or light an even layer of briquettes in your charcoal grill. Place the chicken pieces on skewers and grilled until they are lightly charred (about 5-6 minutes on each side). You can also brush on melted butter or ghee while grilling to add extra flavor.

  *Oven Method: Using a bbq grill will give you the best flavor, but if that’s not an option, pre-heat oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet with parchment, place chicken pieces on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, turn the chicken pieces over half way through. Move them to the top rack and broil for 1-2 minutes to give them a slight char.

• 3)

  Add 15 oz Trader Joe’s Masala Simmer Sauce into a blender, pour ¼ Cup of Water into the masala jar and shake it up to get the rest of the sauce, pour it into the blender. Blend on high speed for 1 minute, it should look smooth. Pour into a large pot and bring to a simmer, remove the chicken from the skewers and add to the pot, simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Add ½ Cup Heavy Cream, stir to combine and continue to cook just until it’s heated through. Taste the sauce and season with more salt if needed. Serve with naan and basmati rice. Enjoy!