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Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala That Warms Your Soul

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala is a cozy yet sophisticated dish, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 500 grams Chicken breasts (or thighs) Can be substituted with tofu or paneer
  • 200 grams Greek yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Lime juice can be used as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste Use fresh ginger and garlic if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons Garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Oil For marinating the chicken
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or ghee
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 400 grams Crushed tomatoes
  • 200 ml Heavy cream or coconut milk Use coconut milk for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional
  • to taste Cilantro Fresh for garnish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Grill pan or skillet
  • Deep Skillet
  • spatula
  • measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and oil. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly charred, or bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a deep skillet, melt butter or ghee over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, stirring continuously for another minute. Mix in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  5. Gradually stir in heavy cream or coconut milk over low heat, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with sugar if needed.
  6. Fold in the cooked chicken and simmer for 5 minutes, adding a splash of lemon juice. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm with basmati rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and use fresh ingredients where possible.

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