Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 500g chicken breast, cut into chunks; 200ml plain yoghurt; 2 tablespoons tikka masala paste; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 thumb ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder; 400g crushed tomatoes; 200ml heavy cream; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon garam masala; Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish

Published: July 1, 2026 | English Cuisine | ⏱ 1h 0min

Creamy chicken tikka masala with rice and naan bread

Chicken tikka masala is Britain's undisputed national dish — tender, marinated chicken pieces in a luxuriously creamy tomato-spice sauce. Despite its Indian-inspired flavours, this beloved curry was famously created in Glasgow, Scotland. Serve with fluffy basmati rice and warm naan for the ultimate comfort meal.

Recipe Info

Prep Time30 min

Cook Time30 min

Total Time1h 0min

Servings4

DifficultyMedium

CuisineEnglish

Marinate overnight for the most tender, flavourful chicken.
Char the chicken slightly under the broiler for that authentic smoky flavour.
For a richer sauce, use double cream instead of single cream.

Nutrition Information

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	36g
Fat	28g
Saturated Fat	12g
Carbohydrates	16g
Fiber	3g
Sugar	8g
Sodium	680mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is believed to have been created in Glasgow, Scotland by a Bangladeshi chef. It is an Anglo-Indian dish and Britain's most popular curry.

Yes. Use coconut yoghurt for the marinade and full-fat coconut milk instead of cream.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.7 (289 votes)

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