Description
This easy Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala recipe delivers a vibrant, rich, and satisfying curry with tender chicken simmered in a creamy tomato sauce infused with fragrant spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it balances creamy, spicy, and tangy flavors authentically, and is family-friendly with adjustable spice levels. Serve with basmati rice or naan for a comforting, restaurant-quality Indian meal at home.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Marinade
- 500g chicken breast or thighs, cut into pieces
- 150g Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 400g canned tomatoes
- 150ml heavy cream or coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Start by mixing the chicken pieces with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated ginger, garam masala, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize the meat and infuse it with spice.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and almost cooked through, sealing in the flavors before adding the sauce.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger until soft and golden. Add turmeric and cumin powders, then pour in the canned tomatoes. Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the chicken to the pan with the sauce. Pour in the cream or coconut milk and gently simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld perfectly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro on top. Serve hot with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread.
Notes
- Use fresh whole or freshly ground spices for a brighter, fuller flavor.
- Allow the chicken to marinate longer for more tender and flavorful meat.
- Simmer gently to prevent the cream from curdling and to develop sauce richness.
- Lightly toast dry spices before adding liquid for deeper aroma.
- Adjust the amount of cream or coconut milk to control sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: chicken tikka masala, Indian curry, creamy curry, Gordon Ramsay recipe, easy Indian recipe, chicken curry, weeknight dinner, gluten free curry