Meal Kit

Chicken Tikka Masala

With Chicken Thighs, Basmati Rice, and Garlic Naan

Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Medium

Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 64 oz. Chicken Thighs
  • 8 fl. oz. Tomato Sauce
  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • ¾ cup Basmati Rice
  • 1 Naan Flatbread
  • 2 oz. Sour Cream
  • 1½ Tbsp. Home Chef Tikka Masala Seasoning
  • 3 Garlic Clove
  • 3 Cilantro Sprigs
  • 2 tsp. Chopped Ginger

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    2390
  • Carbohydrates
    184g
  • Net Carbs
    178g
  • Fat
    98g
  • Protein
    191g
  • Sodium
    1370mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 1 Baking Sheet

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Cook the Rice

    Bring a pot with 1 1/2 cups of water, rice, and a pinch of salt to a boil over high heat. Lower to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes or until tender and all water has been absorbed. Remove from heat and allow rice to sit, covered, until serving.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees and prepare a baking sheet with foil. Thoroughly rinse produce and pat dry. Mince garlic. Peel and mince onion. Stem and coarsely chop cilantro (reserving a few leaves for garnish). Rinse chicken thighs and pat dry. On a separate cutting board, cut chicken into 1" pieces.

  3. 3

    Sear the Chicken

    Heat 1 tsp. olive oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken thighs, sprinkle 1/4 tsp. each of salt and pepper to season, and cook until browned, about 3 minutes (chicken will finish cooking in the next step). Avoid moving the chicken too much when you first add it to the pan in order to get a better sear. Remove to plate. Wipe pan clean.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In same pan used for searing chicken, heat 1 tsp. olive oil. Add ginger, onion, 2/3 of the garlic, and tikka masala seasoning and cook for 3 minutes. Add tomato sauce and 1/2 cup water, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Add chopped cilantro, chicken, and any accumulated juices from chicken to pan. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until chicken has reached a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees. Remove from heat, stir in sour cream and season with a pinch of salt and pepper - taste sauce with a clean spoon to season to your liking.

  5. 5

    Cook the Naan

    Place naan on prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 1/2 tsp. olive oil. Rub with remaining garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper. Place in oven and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and slice into 4-6 pieces.

  6. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Divide basmati rice between 2 bowls. Ladle sauce and chicken atop rice. Garnish with remaining whole cilantro leaves and slices of garlic naan.

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