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Sukhi's Chicken Tikka Masala
Frozen Foods
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Sukhi's Chicken Tikka Masala

Sukhi's
11 oz
Available at Foodtown
340
Calories
28g
Protein
7g
Sugars
610mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
116
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sukhi's Chicken Tikka Masala (11 oz) reads like a single-serve frozen dinner positioned for shoppers hunting flavorful, ready-to-eat global cuisine. You'd typically find it in the frozen meals aisle, shelved with other ethnic frozen entrees and microwavable meal kits, often near frozen naan, basmati rice pouches and other Indian-style bowls. It fits weeknight rescue meals, quick solo dinners, back-to-school rushed evenings and anyone who wants a restaurant-style curry without cooking. The brand leans into an artisanal-global positioning — marketed as an accessible, slightly upmarket frozen ethnic meal for busy professionals and adventurous eaters who crave authentic flavors at home. Packaging language often emphasizes recognizable ingredients (cream, ginger, cilantro) and terms like “expeller-pressed canola oil,” giving a mildly premium or “cleaner” impression without organic certification or explicit health claims. The label isn’t kid-focused or cartoonish; it trades family-friendly convenience for adult flavor cues and authenticity. Processing context: this is a convenience frozen meal — sauce mixes, emulsifiers and flavor concentrates are used to stabilize texture and extend shelf life. Sensory impressions: the tray reheats into a creamy, tomato-forward tikka sauce coating bite-sized white chicken pieces, with soft, steamy basmati rice and a tender naan on the side. Textures contrast between silky sauce, yielding chicken and pillowy bread; aromas are garlicky, gingery and slightly smoky from paprika oleoresin. Rituals around this product are quick — microwave or oven reheat, plate and eat at the table or over the couch — a one-package shortcut to a comforting, restaurant-style curry experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 9.0 oz
Servings per Container: 1
Calories340
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol95mg32%
Sodium610mg27%
Total Carbohydrate34g12%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars7g
Protein28g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Chicken, Tikka, Masala, &, Rice:, Chicken, Tikka, Masala:, White, Chicken,, Tikka, Sauce, [Tomato, Paste,, Water,, Cream,, Cane, Sugar,, Ginger,, Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Vinegar,, Garlic,, Chickpea, Flour,, Onions,, Spices,, Butter, (Cultured, Cream,, Salt),, Sauce, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Rice, Flour,, Salt,, Jalapeno,, Caramelized, Onion, (Onions,, Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil),, Curry, Paste, (Lemongrass,, Spices,, Garlic,, Shallot,, Salt,, Kaffir, Lime, Peel,, Turmeric),, Paprika, Oleoresin,, Cilantro,, Onion, Powder,, Xanthan, Gum,, Turmeric, Powder,, Fenugreek, Leaves,, Garlic, Powder,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Cardamon, Oleoresin],, Water,, Sugar,, Salt,, Baking, Soda., Rice:, Water,, Basmati, Rice., Naan, Bread:, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, [Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Yeast,, Sugar,, Canola, Oil,, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Canola Oil - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This ready-to-heat frozen meal contains industrial ingredients and additives (xanthan gum, oleoresins, concentrated flavorings, emulsifiers and formulated sauces) and is manufactured as a multi-component packaged product, consistent with NOVA 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Sukhi's Chicken Tikka Masala

It really depends on what 'healthy' means for you! At 340 calories per serving, it's a decent source of protein with 28 grams, which is great if you're looking for something filling. Just keep in mind that it's not high in fiber and does have some sodium, so balance it with a side of veggies or a salad for a wholesome meal.

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