Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk Greek yogurt; 3 tablespoons ancho chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons ground fennel; 2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground chile de arbol or cayenne powder; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger; 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; Salt; 1/2 cup melted ghee

Servings: persons

2 cups whole milk Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons ancho chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground fennel
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground chile de arbol or cayenne powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Salt
1/2 cup melted ghee

1
Whisk together the yogurt, spices, garlic and ginger in a large baking dish.
2
Add the chicken and turn to coat in the mixture.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.
4
Preheat the broiler.
5
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil and brush with some of the ghee.
6
Remove the chicken from the marinade, and wipe off excess marinade.
7
Brush the breasts with ghee and season both sides with salt and pepper, to taste.
8
Arrange on the baking sheet in an even layer.
9
Broil until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
10
Remove the chicken from the heat and to a cutting board.
11
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes and cut it into 1-inch thick slices.
12
Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.

405

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups whole milk Greek yogurt, 3 tablespoons ancho chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 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

My Personal Notes

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