Calories in chicken tikka masala
A typical serving of chicken tikka masala provides about 388 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 bowl (250 g)
Calories
388kcal
Protein
32g
Carbs
13.5g
Fat
23g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 155 kcal |
| Protein | 12.8 g |
| Carbs | 5.4 g |
| Fat | 9.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugars | 3.1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Marinated chicken pieces cooked in a tandoor oven and served in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce.
Nutritional benefits
- High protein density
- Spices offer potential antioxidant benefits
- Relatively low in net carbohydrates
How to prepare it
- 1.Chicken is marinated for several hours to tenderize it
- 2.The sauce is enriched with cream or coconut milk
- 3.Finished with a garnish of fresh cilantro
Lighter alternatives
Tandoori Chicken
Much lighter as it lacks the heavy cream sauce
Chana Masala
Plant-based legume option with lower animal fat
Vegetable curry
Lower overall calorie density
Healthy tip
Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt to maintain creaminess with fewer calories.
Frequently asked questions
Is it from India?
It's an Anglo-Indian hybrid dish, widely believed to have originated in the UK.
Is it very spicy?
It typically offers a mild to medium heat balanced by the creaminess.
Does it contain sugar?
Commercial recipes sometimes add sugar; homemade versions rely on tomato sweetness.
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