Description
Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your table. This recipe features marinated chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. With its incredible balance of spices and fresh ingredients, this dish not only satisfies the taste buds but also offers a wholesome meal option. Whether you serve it over fluffy basmati rice or with soft naan, this chicken tikka masala is sure to impress everyone at dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 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 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for finishing)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet until golden brown and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger; add spices and tomato paste.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream; return chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer until thickened and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg