I love Indian food, but I must admit I’ve rarely attempted to make it.  This Chicken Tikka Masala from Jane Deere looks fabulous, and might be a good first foray for me into the world of Indian cuisine!

I was a little stumped to begin with because there are so many ethnic cuisines out there that are challenging and complex.  I finally decided to go with Indian cuisine.  I really like all of the layers of flavor and heat that makes up a lot of Indian recipes…the catch is that I have never made any before!

After some suggestions from good friends, I settled on a traditional classic, Chicken Tikka Masala, which is a delicious dish, that I imagine is a soul warming Indian comfort food.  Marinated pieces of chicken are grilled and then added to a rich, spicy cream sauce. The combination of Indian spices, saffron and grilled chicken add a smokey flavor to the dish. I served it over steamed rice along with warm Naans, which are South Asian flat breads, particularly popular in India.

Go read the whole thing, and get the recipe!  Chicken Tikka Masala

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