Back to RecipesChicken Tikka Masala (Classic)
The dish that conquered the world — tender chargrilled chicken in a velvety, spiced tomato-cream sauce. This version uses a traditional tandoor-style marinade for the most authentic flavor.
Total Time
70 min
Servings
4
Cuisine
Indian
Rating
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Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
70 min
Ingredients
- 700g chicken thighs
- 200g yogurt
- 2 tbsp tikka masala spice blend
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves
- 2cm ginger
- 400g crushed tomatoes
- 200ml heavy cream
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Fresh cilantro and naan
Instructions
- 1
Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices 2+ hours. Grill or broil until charred.
- 2
Sauté onion in butter until golden. Add garlic and ginger.
- 3
Add tomatoes and simmer 15 minutes. Blend smooth.
- 4
Add cream and garam masala. Simmer 5 minutes.
- 5
Add chicken. Simmer 10 minutes.
- 6
Garnish with cilantro. Serve with naan.
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