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Gluten-Free Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower Rice — allergy-safe recipe by Safe Plated

Gluten-Free Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower Rice

A flavorful and comforting Chicken Tikka Masala served with a light and fluffy cauliflower rice. This dish is entirely gluten-free and wheat-free, making it a safe and delicious option for those with dietary restrictions. Features almond flour to thicken the sauce.

20m prep + 35m cook4 servingsSafety: 92/100
Contains dairyContains nutsWHEAT-free
520 cal|45g protein|25g carbs|28g fat|7g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt (Dairy)
  • 4 tbsp Tikka Masala Paste (Gluten-Free)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Ghee (Clarified Butter)
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 28 oz Canned Crushed Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Almond Flour
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
  • 1 medium Cauliflower

Instructions

  1. 1Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with yogurt, Tikka Masala paste, and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2Grate the cauliflower into rice-sized pieces using a cheese grater or food processor.
  3. 3Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  4. 4Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. 5Stir in crushed tomatoes and almond flour. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6Add the marinated chicken and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  7. 7Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. 8While the chicken is simmering, steam or sauté the cauliflower rice until tender-crisp.
  9. 9Garnish chicken tikka masala with cilantro and serve hot over cauliflower rice.

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