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Creamy Chicken Tikka Macaroni – Easy and Flavorful
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5 steps
- 1
Stir the chicken, yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, paprika, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes while you start the pasta water.
- 2
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the macaroni until just tender. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain. Meanwhile, heat a little oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the marinated chicken in one layer and cook 7–9 minutes, turning now and then, until browned outside and 165°F in the center. Move it to a plate if the skillet feels crowded.
- 4
Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the tomato sauce, garam masala, paprika, and chili powder. Simmer 3–4 minutes, until the sauce darkens slightly and smells fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the cream, salt, and pepper over low heat. Return the chicken and macaroni, tossing gently until coated. Loosen with pasta water a tablespoon at a time, then fold in Parmesan or mozzarella, cilantro, and lemon juice.