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Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala

A rich and creamy Chicken Tikka Masala made with tender chicken, aromatic spices, tomatoes, and cream. This beginner-friendly curry is packed with bold Indian-inspired flavors and perfect with rice or naan.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 520
Ingredients

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade:
  • 600 g boneless chicken thighs cubed
  • 150 g plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • salt to taste.
For the sauce:
  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
  • 400 g crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp chilli powder adjust to taste
  • 150 ml double cream
  • fresh coriander to finish