Chicken Tikka Masala: Stay Trim This Christmas.
A great recipe to stay trim for Christmas or if you are going to over indulgence during the festive come the New Year.
Many of us will be trying to turn over a new leaf to shed the extra pounds gained and embark on a slimming or healthier diet.
However, the majority of people who start complicated and often expensive diets soon find them difficult to keep.
So what’s the answer?
It’s a matter of cutting back on fat and oils in your cooking.
Every time you swap a tablespoon of oil for 4 – 6 sprays of FryLight you save over 100 calories.
Simple.
Chicken Tikka Masala: Stay Trim This Christmas:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
You Will Need:
FryLight® Sunflower Oil
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
¼ tsp turmeric
½ tsp chilli powder
1 tsp ground coriander
150ml chicken stock
1 or 2 green chillies, split lengthways
150g reduced fat Greek yogurt
1 tsp garam masala
400g cooked chicken breast fillet in tikka style
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Method:
1.) Spray a non-stick frying pan10 times with FryLight® then heat up and add the ginger and garlic and cook over a medium low heat for 1 minute.
2.) Add the canned tomatoes and sugar, then allow to simmer for 10 minutes or until thick and pulpy.
3.) Press through a sieve into a bowl to make a thick smooth purée.
4.) Re-heat the frying pan, spray with FryLight® 8 times then add the onion and cook, stirring over a medium heat for 5 minutes until golden.
5.) Add the spices (except garam masala) with 6 tbsp water and stir over a low heat for 1 minute.
6.) Add the tomato sauce, chicken stock and chilli and bring to simmer, cover and cook for 20 minute, stirring form time to time.
7.) Whisk in the yogurt and garam masala and when smooth, add the chicken, cook gently for 5 minutes, season with a little salt if needed.
8.) Scatter over the coriander leaves before serving.
Cook’s Tip:
For a mild sauce, remove the seeds from the chilli
Nutritional Data Per Portion:
193cals;
30g protein;
3.5g fat of which
0.5g saturated fat;
10.5g carbs;
Chicken Tikka Masala: Stay Trim This Christmas.
Recipe and photo credit by – FryLight.
Grilled Summer Vegetables & Creamy Shallot Dressing.
5 Fun Drink Recipes To Try Out: Great For BBQ’S.
Venison Burger with Blue Cheese And Crispy Shallots.
Turkey Burgers With Pea Guacamole.
Celebrate Easter With These 3 Parma Ham Recipes.
Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad.
Tatin Of Shallots And Port With Creamy Goat’s Cheese.
Salmon, Walnut And Avocado Grain Bowls.
California Walnut And Lemon Parsley Spaghetti.
California Walnut, Spinach And Feta Baklava.
- Love Your Christmas Food Leftovers
- The 5 Gold Rings Snowman: A Whimsical Winter Wonderland
- Gin Lovers Christmas Gift Guide
- The Timeless Charm Of Fair Isle Jumpers
- Afternoon Tea Experience At Biscuiteers In Notting Hill
- 5 Irresistible Christmas Recipes That Capture The Essence
- 6 Recipes For National Sundae Day
- Indulgent Afternoon Tea Desserts And Small Bites
- 6 Trifle Recipes To Try: Modern Trifle Recipes
- 7 Easy Ginger Spiced Recipes To Try Out This Autumn
- Ruby Red Slippers From Irregular Choice
- Making Zebra Jeans Your Statement Piece
- Just Me Stood Inside A Deadpool Funko Pop Box
- Perfect Dress For A Relaxing Day in Regent’s Park
- Recycled Jack Daniels Bottle Into A Soap Dispenser
Hi, I am Claire and I created Claire Justine in 2011. I hope you enjoy reading my posts as much as I love writing them.
Please leave a comment below and share your thoughts with us.
Claire Justine Oxox- Over 50s Lifestyle Blog. You can also read more about me on my Over 50s Lifestyle Blog Page.