Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala
  • Author: James Martin

Satisfy your craving for spicy indulgence with this mouthwatering creamy chicken curry recipe. Tender chicken breasts are infused with a zesty blend of ginger, garlic, and chilli, then simmered in a luxurious cream sauce that's perfectly spiced with turmeric. Serve this aromatic dish with fragrant basmati rice or fluffy naan bread for a delightful meal that will leave your taste buds singing.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2.5cm/1in piece of fresh root ginger
  • 2 garlic
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander
  • 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion
  • 1 red chilli
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 300ml/10½fl oz double cream
  • ½ lemon
  • , to garnish fresh coriander
  • basmati rice
  • naan bread

Instructions

  • Put the chicken breasts in a large bowl and mix with the ginger, garlic, chilli, salt, pepper, coriander, lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Set aside for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavours to develop.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed shallow pan and, when hot, add the chicken. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large pan and cook the onion and red chilli for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Add the turmeric and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the cream and cook gently for a couple of minutes.
  • Add the chicken to the creamy sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Check for seasoning, and add lemon juice to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve immediately with rice or naan bread.

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Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 4