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Tikka Masala Meatballs

Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod

Tikka Masala Meatballs are a flavorful twist on traditional meatballs, combining the savory elements of meatballs with the rich, aromatic sauce typical of tikka masala. If you like classic chicken tikka masala, you will love these meatballs. They are easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and better than takeout!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: chicken, meatballs
Servings: 4
Calories: 392kcal

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

For the sauce:

For serving:

  • Rice
  • Naan bread
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken (or turkey), breadcrumbs, egg, oil, garlic, garam marsala, chili powder, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper. Using your clean hands, work the mixture until evenly combined.
  • Using a cookie scoop, scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture into your palms and roll it into a ball. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, spacing the meatballs out onto the baking sheet, about 2-inches apart.
  • Bake the meatballs for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until cooked through.
  • While the meatballs are baking, make the sauce. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, ginger, garlic, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper and cook until well combined, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream and lemon juice. Add the meatballs to the pan and cook until heated through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Serve the meatballs and sauce with rice and naan, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 392kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 751mg | Potassium: 786mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1019IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 5mg