Description
Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala is a creamy, spiced delight that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your dining table. This popular dish features tender chicken marinated in a rich blend of spices and yogurt, then simmered in a luscious tomato cream sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe impresses with its aromatic spices and satisfying textures. Serve it with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a complete meal that will make everyone feel like they’re dining at a five-star restaurant. Experience the joy of cooking an authentic Indian dish that’s both comforting and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for finishing)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook marinated chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in remaining spices, tomato paste, and crushed tomatoes; cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream or coconut milk and return the chicken to the pan; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg