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Paleo Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower Rice

A flavorful Paleo twist on the British classic Chicken Tikka Masala, featuring tender chicken pieces marinated in a creamy coconut milk-based sauce, served with fluffy cauliflower rice.

25m prep + 40m cook4 servings
DAIRY-free
520 cal|40g protein|20g carbs|30g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb Chicken Breast
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 4 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 large head Cauliflower
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp avocado oil, salt, pepper, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder. Marinate the chicken for at least 20 minutes.
  3. 3Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  4. 4Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute.
  5. 5Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. 6Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  7. 7Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  8. 8While the chicken is cooking, prepare the cauliflower rice. Grate the cauliflower using a cheese grater or pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
  9. 9Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  10. 10Serve the chicken tikka masala over the cauliflower rice.

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