Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken; 1 inch ginger, peeled and chopped; 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped; 2 ounces unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 4 ounces chicken broth; 10 ounces heavy cream; 2 tablespoons almonds, ground

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken
1 inch ginger, peeled and chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 ounces unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 ounces chicken broth
10 ounces heavy cream
2 tablespoons almonds, ground

1
marinate chicken in store-bought tikka paste and yogurt and grill (or just plain grilled if unable to find paste).
2
Pulp together ginger, garlic and some salt.
3
melt butter and fry onion until soft, add pulp and cook a few minutes.
4
Stir in all powdered spices and cook for few minutes.
5
Add chicken broth to make a thick saute.
6
Warm through and add cream and heat gently.
7
Now add the cooked chicken and cook for 10 minutes in the sauce.
8
Stir in the ground almonds and simmer for 5 minutes or less.
9
Usually served with saffron rice and naan bread.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken, 1 inch ginger, peeled and chopped, 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped, 2 ounces unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tikka Masala falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Tikka Masala

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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