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    Bites with Bri » Side Dish » What To Serve With Chicken Tikka Masala - 12 Best Side Dishes

    What To Serve With Chicken Tikka Masala - 12 Best Side Dishes

    Published: May 19, 2023 by Brianna May · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Chicken tikka masala is a popular Indian dish. A flavor-packed meal that can be served on its own or with a few side dishes to elevate your experience! If you’re wondering what to serve with chicken tikka masala, this post will give you 12 of the best side dishes.

    A 6 photo collage showing side dishes for chicken tikka masala.

    From creamy raita to fluffy naan bread and everything in between, enjoy!

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    • Veggies
    • Appetizer + Dip
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    Rice

    Instant Pot Basmati Rice
    Indian Instant Pot Basmati Rice comes perfectly every time and only takes 10 minutes start to finish. It is buttery, fluffy, light, and never mushy. There is no need to soak the rice or use a rice cooker anymore.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of basmati rice.
    Simple Lemon Rice Recipe
    Flavorful Lemon Rice side dish with real lemon flavors! Prepare the lemon rice easily with cooked rice. Serve with cooked fish, shrimp, beef, chicken & vegetable meals.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of lemon rice with garnish.

    Veggies

    Roasted Green Beans and Carrots
    These Roasted Green Beans and Carrots are not your average boring veggie side dish. These carrots and green beans are roasted to perfect, finished with garlic brown butter, and topped with fresh parmesan and lemon zest. Nothing boring about them!
    See full recipe!
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    Aloo Gobi
    This flavorful, one-pan Aloo Gobi recipe is the ultimate Indian home-style dish that you can quickly bring together using a few wholesome and inexpensive ingredients!
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of aloo gobi in black dish.
    Roasted Spiced Cauliflower
    Roasted spiced cauliflower is the perfect bite! It is slightly charred, super spicy. Pair this easy side dish with any meal!
    See full recipe!
    Up close image of roasted spiced cauliflower.
    Indian Cabbage Recipe
    Curry Indian cabbage recipe you’ll love. A tender easy cabbage recipe cooked on the stove in a skillet with a ton of flavor.
    See full recipe!
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    Bombay Potatoes Recipe
    This easy Bombay Potatoes recipe is full of flavour! It takes only 20 minutes and is the perfect side dish to accompany an Indian meal.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of bombay potatoes with garnish on black dish.
    Paneer Jalfrezi
    Restaurant Style Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe | How to make Paneer Jalfrezi
    Paneer Jalfrezi is an easy and quick vegetarian side dish made with Paneer(Indian Cottage Cheese), Bell peppers. A semi-dry curry made which is best paired with any bread of your choice like rotis, parathas or naan.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of paneer jalfrezi.
    Crispy Onion Bhaji
    Here’s how to make a caramelised, crispy and spicy onion bhaji with this simple and easy recipe. It’s homemade, vegan and gluten-free!
    See full recipe!
    Up close image of onion bhaji with garnish.

    Appetizer + Dip

    North Indian Arhar Dal Tadka (Toor Dal)
    Easy Arhar Dal Tadka: tender toor dal simmered with fragrant spices, and topped with golden garlic-cumin tadka.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of arhar dal tadka with garnish.
    Cucumber Raita (Indian Yogurt Dip)
    This 10-minute Cucumber Raita is a yogurt-based side dish or dip made with crunchy cucumbers and zingy Indian spices for a cooling accompaniment to Indian meals.
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of cucumber raita with garnish.
    Homemade Traditional Naan Bread
    This easy, homemade, traditional naan recipe makes restaurant-style, fluffy, pillowy naan with simple ingredients and topping ideas!
    See full recipe!
    Overhead image of homemade naan.

    FAQS

    What is the difference between chicken tikka masala and tikka masala?

    Tikka masala contains more masala and spices.

    These traditional side dish recipes are sure to give you the ultimate Indian food experience. 🙂

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