Chicken Tikka Masala
A easy recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala. Serve with Rice, Naan or Chappati.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 3/4 tsp red chilli powder
- 3/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp crushed ginger
- 8.75fl. oz plain yoghurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- salt
- 2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks
For the masala
- 2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
- 1 small onion, sliced finely
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp ginger, crushed
- 8.75oz tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
- 3.5fl. oz double cream
- Handful coriander, chopped
Instructions
Step 1
Combine Cumin, Coriander, Chilli, Turmeric, Garlic, Ginger, Yoghurt, Lemon and Salt in a bowl.
Step 2
Whisk to combine.
Step 3
Pour marinade all over chicken and mix using your hands. Set aside for 20 minutes.
Step 4
Heat Ghee in a pot. Add Onions, and cook till golden brown. About 10 minutes. Add Garlic and Ginger and cook for 2 minutes.
Step 5
Add chopped Tomatoes and cook covered on low for 8 - 10 minutes.
Step 6
Puree the Onion and tomatoes mixture by transferring to the blender.
Step 7
Line an oven tray with foil and add marinaded chicken. Place under the Grill and cook for 10 - 15 minutes. Add tomato back to pot, stir in Chicken. Stir in Cream.
Step 8
Top with Coriander. Season to taste with salt.