Chicken Tikka Masala and Roasted Chickpea Daal

by Akhtar Nawab

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High Fat

High Protein

Soy Free

Gluten Free

Nut Free

Chef Akhtar puts his own modern spin on traditional Indian cooking. Roasted chicken thighs are paired with a rich creamy masala sauce and Jasmine rice. What separates this dish from the rest (and puts it several notches above your average takeout) is the side of deeply savory, roasted chickpea daal made with Indian spices, cilantro, and fresh lime juice.

Nutritional facts

Protein

43g

Carbs

57g

Calories

710

Fat

34g

Ingredients

Chicken Thigh, Canola and Olive Oil Blend, Turmeric, Coriander, Cumin, Cardamom, Garam Masala, Tomato Paste, Cilantro, Garlic, Cinnamon, Heavy Cream, Onion, Jasmine Rice, Kosher Salt, Lime Juice, Canned Chickpeas, Greek Yogurt, Ginger, Clarified Butter, Crushed Red Pepper, Canned Tomato, Paprika

Reviews

4.3

Based on 1145 reviews

Alexandria O'Brien · 04/16/25

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About Akhtar Nawab

Akhtar Nawab is chef and owner of Alta Calidad in New York, Otra Vez in New Orleans, and Prather’s on the Alley in Washington, DC. He is also founding partner and CEO of Hospitality HQ (HHQ), a creative consulting and management group which offers bespoke solutions for culinary-driven concepts across the country. Nawab’s innovative cooking has earned him critical praise throughout the years, beginning with his experience in the kitchen at acclaimed restaurants like Gramercy Tavern, Craftbar and Craft. The Kentucky-bred chef of Indian heritage has embraced Mexican cuisine, connecting the layered, complex cooking and ingredients of Mexico with the Indian food he grew up eating. Nawab’s debut cookbook will be available August 2020.