: an Indian dish of marinated meat cooked on a skewer
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Shredded chicken is also a key ingredient in many other cuisines, appearing in dishes such as Tex-Mex chicken chili, BBQ sandwiches, Indian chicken tikka masala, Greek chicken-lemon soup, and classic American potpies and salads.—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026 The menu, which includes tikka masala, butter chicken, curries and biryanis, was priced just high enough to require planning, but generous enough to last for days.—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026 Chicken tikka masala, according to the restaurant's owner.—Khloe Quill , Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026 The downstairs pub offers a casual vibe with classics on the menu such as burgers, fish & chips and tikka masala curry.—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tikka
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Etymology
Hindi & Urdu tikkā small piece of meat, from Persian tikka