Chicken tikka masala Recipes-Choose from 5 versions

[ Chicken tikka masala]

Chicken tikka masala is a popular dish that originated in the Indian subcontinent but is now enjoyed around the world. It consists of pieces of marinated chicken that are grilled or baked and then cooked in a spiced tomato-based sauce. The marinade typically includes a mixture of yogurt and spices, such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, that give the chicken its distinctive flavor and tender texture.

The tomato-based sauce used in chicken tikka masala is usually spiced with a blend of traditional Indian spices, such as garam masala, cumin, and chili powder, which gives the dish its signature heat and complex flavor. Other ingredients that may be included in the sauce include onions, garlic, ginger, cream, and butter.

Chicken tikka masala is often served with rice, naan bread, or other Indian flatbreads. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit individual tastes and preferences by adjusting the level of spiciness or adding additional ingredients such as vegetables or paneer (an Indian cheese).

 

 

 

 

[1] Jamie Oliver's Chicken tikka masala Recipe

- Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped
• 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

- Directions

1. In a small frying pan, dry-roast the cumin and coriander seeds until fragrant. Crush them using a mortar and pestle.
2. In a bowl, mix together the crushed spices, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, garlic, ginger, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and coat with the spice mixture. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and cook until softened. Add the red and green peppers and cook until they start to soften.
4. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Add the cream and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve with rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

 

[2] Nigella Lawson's Chicken tikka masala Recipe

- Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  
  

- Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
2. Add the chicken pieces and coat with the mixture. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large frying pan. Add the onions and cook until softened. Add the garlic and fresh ginger and cook for another minute.
4. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and canned tomatoes. Add the chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve with rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

 

[3] Madhur Jaffrey's Chicken tikka masala Recipe

- Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

- Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat with the mixture. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and cook until softened. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
3. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Add the cream and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve with rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

 

[4] Aarti Sequeira's Chicken tikka masala Recipe

- Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

- Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat with the mixture. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Add the cream and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve with rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

 

[5] Gordon Ramsay's Chicken tikka masala Recipe

- Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

- Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the garam masala, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat with the spice mixture. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan. Add the onions and cook until softened. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
3. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Add the cream and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve with rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.