Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Chicken Tikka Masala, a beloved dish that brings together tender marinated chicken and a fragrant tomato-based sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy recipe is inspired by Gordon Ramsay’s culinary mastery, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor. With warming spices like garam masala and cumin, this dish caters to curry lovers looking for comfort food that’s both satisfying and impressive. Ready in just 45 minutes, serve it alongside basmati rice or naan for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Spices: garam masala, ground cumin, ground turmeric, chili powder
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with yogurt, half of the garam masala, and salt for at least 1 hour.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onions until softened.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in remaining spices to toast briefly.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes; season and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add marinated chicken; simmer gently until cooked through (15–20 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream; cook an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg