Keto Chicken Tikka Masala
A quick, easy, healthy chicken tikka masala recipe that doesn't sacrifice on flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Marinade Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Gluten Free, Healthy, Keto, Low Carb
Servings: 6
- 1.5 lb chicken breast cubed
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1/4 yellow onion diced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (or whatever you have)
Marinade
- 1/2 c plain Greek yogurt (Dairy free, if dairy free)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
Sauce
- 1 14 oz can coconut cream full fat
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne powder
Mix marinade ingredients and add to diced chicken. Let sit for 30 minutes.
Heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet.Add chicken, cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If there is any excess water from the yogurt, dump it out using a strainer.
Add broccoli, red bell pepper, and onion, saute about 5 minutes, until soft.
Add sauce ingredients (coconut cream, paste, spices, & garlic).Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Cook until sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
Suggestion: serve with cauliflower turmeric rice. Top with cilantro & sour cream, if desired.
Enjoy!