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Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo)

March 1, 2017 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 74 Comments

 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

Really, there’s no one that could turn down tikki masala…no one! My own heart always goes to chana masala, but this…this comes in at a close second for my favorite Indian dish! There are just so many beautiful flavors and dishes to love in Indian cuisine, I just love it all! Have I ever had authentic Indian cuisine? No, I still have not. Do I need to have authentic Indian cuisine to make homemade Indian dishes? No, and neither do you!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

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If you’ve never had tikki masala, chicken or otherwise, the tikki masala part is the creamy, tomatoey sauce. It’s typically made with thick yogurt, tomato, and loads of fragrant spices. It can be spicy or mild depending on your preferences (I made it mild!) The chicken is marinated in yogurt before being cooked in the thick tomatoey sauce. You can serve it over a bed of rice some naan, or anything you’d like to soak up all that extra goodness!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

Chicken tikki masala is one of those ultra-cozy and comforting, fragrant and mouth-watering recipes you’ll just need to be making at home and not waiting for a rare Indian outing. It’s stunning to look at (I think so!) and those smells…always those smells! And did I tell you? I made this right in that trusty cast iron! There is never a failed dish when you get out that heavy iron pan (even for Indian cooking)! With the coconut yogurt and the magic pan, the chicken comes out so tender, moist, and delicious!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

Yes, there are a lot of spices used in this recipe to get that authentic full-flavored dish, but that’s just another reason why I personally love Indian cuisine. Each dish keeps your taste buds guessing and distinguishing between all the spices (i.e. bucket list item #33 stroll through an Indian spice market…and buy everything). You know they sell premade curries, sauces, and spice mixes in the store? Blasphemy! Never take the easy way out when it comes to cooking a cuisine like this! You’re just cheating yourself out of one amazing homemade chicken tikki masala experience!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo)

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo)
 
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Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!
Author: Rebecca Pytell
Recipe type: Main
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 3
Ingredients
  • 2 Large Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • ¾ Cup Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt
  • 1 Tsp Lemon Juice
  • Tikki Masala Sauce:
  • 1 Cup Unsalted Tomato Sauce
  • ½ Cup Lite Culinary Coconut Milk
  • ¼ Cup Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt
  • 2 TB Tomato Paste
  • 1 Tsp Dried Cilantro
  • 1 Tsp Garam Masala
  • ½ Tsp Minced Garlic
  • ½ Tsp Pureed Ginger
  • ½ Tsp Turmeric
  • ½ Tsp Onion Powder
  • ¼ Tsp Coriander
  • ¼ Tsp Cumin
  • ¼ Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • ⅛ Tsp Cardamom
  • Fresh Cilantro (to top)
Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into cubes and place them in a large plastic bag or bowl with the coconut yogurt and lemon juice. Let marinate in the fridge for 3-4 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  3. In a large seasoned cast iron skillet, place the entire contents of the marinated chicken bag in the skillet and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, mix together the tikki masala sauce ingredients in a large bowl.
  5. After the chicken has baked for 20 minutes, remove the skillet and pour in the tikki masala sauce. Give everything a stir and place back in the oven to bake for another 10 minutes.
  6. Remove and serve with fresh cilantro, rice, naan, etc.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1
3.5.3208

Chicken Tikki Masala (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo) | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 Chicken Tikki Masala is a classic Indian dish now with a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and allergy-friendly recipe! With a creamy tomato and coconut yogurt sauce, this comforting dish will make a great healthy weeknight dinner that packs in the flavor!

I don’t blame you if you want to lick the screen 😉 Haha! It’s such a great hearty meal for these prolonged winter months too! “Stick to your ribs” and will fill you up for sure, while still being real and healthy! Now let’s go grab our cast iron skillets and preheat that oven!

So tell me:

+ Have you ever had chicken tikki masala (or “chickpea” tikki masala)?

+ Do you have an authentic Indian restaurant near you? No 🙁

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Comments

  1. Lisa // Cucicucicoo: Eco Sewing and Crafting says

    March 13, 2017 at 6:30 am

    Oh wow, that looks divine!! 🙂 Lisa

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 13, 2017 at 6:41 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  2. Create With Joy says

    March 11, 2017 at 10:31 pm

    Love Tikki Masala and can’t wait to try your recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 12, 2017 at 2:49 pm

      Thank you! Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Beverly says

    March 10, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    Your chicken tikki masala looks delicious, Rebecca. Putting this on my to try list.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 10, 2017 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you! Enjoy!

      Reply
  4. Amanda @ The Kolb Corner says

    March 9, 2017 at 10:20 am

    I definitely want to try this recipe. My husband and I love it, but I’ve only ever made it by using a jarred simmer sauce (cheating :)) Pinned for later!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 9, 2017 at 10:26 am

      This is easy to make at home! You’ll be addicted!

      Reply
  5. Miz Helen says

    March 7, 2017 at 12:20 pm

    We will really enjoy your Chicken Tikki Masala.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 7, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      I know “we” did!

      Reply
  6. Atim at EffiFit says

    March 5, 2017 at 10:16 pm

    Yum! This is hands down my favorite dish. Can’t wait to make it. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 6, 2017 at 7:01 am

      Awesome! I hope you enjoy my version!

      Reply
  7. Beverly says

    March 5, 2017 at 7:22 pm

    Wow, this looks amazing. Pinning.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 6, 2017 at 7:00 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  8. Barrie says

    March 5, 2017 at 4:00 pm

    This looks yummy! I love Tikki Masala, and honestly use the jarred sauce, so I am excited to try it from homemade- I need the Garam Masala and then I am good to go!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 5, 2017 at 5:51 pm

      You will love it 100% more homemade! You can’t beat the deep flavors!

      Reply
  9. Leanna says

    March 4, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    This looks really good. I like that the ingredients are readily available. Pinning. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 4, 2017 at 6:20 pm

      Awesome! I hope you can try it yourself soon!

      Reply
  10. Diane says

    March 4, 2017 at 2:55 pm

    Looks delicious!! I’m going to have to try to this!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 4, 2017 at 3:09 pm

      I hope you do 🙂

      Reply
  11. Debbie says

    March 4, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious! I love Indian food.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 4, 2017 at 3:09 pm

      Thank you! Me too 😉

      Reply
  12. Megan says

    March 4, 2017 at 11:37 am

    I usually use just coconut milk, not coconut yogurt–I bet this makes a big difference–good idea!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 4, 2017 at 1:26 pm

      Well yea, haha, tikki masala is yogurt based.

      Reply
  13. Chloe says

    March 3, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    This is a delicious recipe to try. I do love a curry but often cheat with a supermarket sauce. I shall give this a try. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 3, 2017 at 2:01 pm

      Make this one all homemade! So worth it!

      Reply
  14. Annmarie says

    March 3, 2017 at 9:41 am

    Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 3, 2017 at 11:19 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  15. Ashley @ Sweetpea Lifestyle says

    March 3, 2017 at 8:14 am

    Wow, Rebecca! This looks amazing!!! I love Chicken Masala — can’t wait to try your allergy free recipe! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 3, 2017 at 8:21 am

      I hope you mean tikki masala.

      Reply
  16. Kortney // Allergy Girl Eats says

    March 3, 2017 at 3:56 am

    Indian is always a tricky cuisines for food allergy folks. So nice that you have created a recipe so that no one can miss out on all the spicy yumminess.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 3, 2017 at 5:47 am

      I’d never let anyone miss out on my favorite!

      Reply
  17. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says

    March 2, 2017 at 10:02 pm

    This looks better than in a restaurant Rebecca! Who needs dairy or gluten for this delicious dish?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 3, 2017 at 12:35 am

      Exactly! Never miss out on a thing!

      Reply
  18. Mary says

    March 2, 2017 at 5:19 pm

    yummmmy I love Tikki masala. Great recipe Rebecca

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:17 pm

      Thank you, Mary!

      Reply
  19. Christina says

    March 2, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    Chana masala & Tikka masala are my top two favs as well! This recipe looks delish – I’ll definitely have to give it a try!

    PS – I didn’t know “coconut yogurt” was a thing…that sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 2:06 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says

    March 2, 2017 at 12:17 pm

    Totally love experimenting with Indian cuisine. This sounds delicious. Love the spices…perfect for leftovers too. Curries always taste better the next day.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      Yes they! Once the flavors have had time to develop!

      Reply
  21. rachel @ Athletic Avocado says

    March 2, 2017 at 7:38 am

    Its really sad that I have never had any indian food! I really gotta change that! My brother loves indian food and tells me about how good it is all the time and he loves tikka masala. This version looks amazing and love that it’s made in a skillet 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 10:05 am

      Tikki masala and chana masala are my favorites <3

      Reply
  22. Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

    March 2, 2017 at 2:26 am

    Wow!! Dairy-free, gluten-free and paleo!! This looks so yummy.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:20 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  23. Brianna Hobbs says

    March 2, 2017 at 12:01 am

    I’ve been wanting to make dairy free chicken tikki masala for my family. Now I have the perfect recipe to use!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:20 am

      Get out all the coconut yogurt and milk!

      Reply
  24. Lindsey Willson says

    March 1, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    I love that you made this allergy friendly! SO helpful and love the colorful photos!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:19 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  25. Michelle Blackwood says

    March 1, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    Love all the bold flavors of the herbs and spices in the recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:19 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. Indu says

    March 1, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    This Tikka masala looks so good! Really a great Paleo version! I have never tried coconut yoghurt yet – I have been on a paleo diet for the last one year.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:19 am

      Coconut yogurt is fantastic!

      Reply
  27. Raia says

    March 1, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    I’ve never made tikki masala before, but it looks and sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 1:41 pm

      You have to give it a try!

      Reply
  28. Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate says

    March 1, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Tikki Masala is one of my very favorite meals! Just looking at those photos makes me want it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:36 pm

      It is so yummy!

      Reply
  29. Kristina @ MsModify says

    March 1, 2017 at 10:35 am

    Tikki Masala is one of my favorite dishes! I’m pinning this one!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:36 pm

      Thank you, Kristina!

      Reply
  30. Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar says

    March 1, 2017 at 9:58 am

    Yum! I love tikka masala–and I adore that this recipe calls for cardamom. Definitely going to have to try this soon!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:36 pm

      Fantastic! Thank you!

      Reply
  31. Amanda says

    March 1, 2017 at 9:04 am

    I am with you on the cast iron skillet, you just can’t fail when you use it! This recipe looks like it has incredible flavors, we actually have an Indian Restaurant near us, but I’ve never been :(, it may need to go on my list, but until then, I can totally make this at home!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:35 pm

      I’d say save the money and cook it up in the kitchen!

      Reply
  32. Platter Talk says

    March 1, 2017 at 9:03 am

    This dish will surly wake my taste buds up! Love this recipe and beautiful photos.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:35 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  33. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    March 1, 2017 at 7:55 am

    I LOVE chicken tikki masala – simply delicious and I love how you used spices and not a curry paste for this, Rebecca.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:35 pm

      Yea! Gotta keep it as “real” as possible!

      Reply
  34. Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says

    March 1, 2017 at 7:48 am

    Such a comforting dish. Love all the spice you have used, so authentic

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:34 pm

      That’s what I aim for!

      Reply
  35. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    March 1, 2017 at 7:25 am

    i love indian food, but have never attempted to make it myself – this looks doable!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      March 1, 2017 at 12:34 pm

      Go for it, girl! Always so special when it’s made with love at home!

      Reply

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