Description
Prepare Gordon Ramsay chicken tikka masala and discover a spicy journey through authentic Indian flavors that will make your taste buds dance with excitement. Creamy, tender chicken bathed in a rich tomato sauce delivers restaurant-quality comfort right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 large onion
- 1 can 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Marinade and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1-inch ginger
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and all spices in a bowl to create a vibrant marinade for your chicken.
- Cut 2 chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks and thoroughly coat them with the marinade. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to let flavors penetrate deeply.
- Preheat a grill pan to medium-high heat at 425°F. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess liquid.
- Sear marinated chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and cook until golden brown.
- Incorporate 2 minced garlic cloves and 1-inch grated ginger. Sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, smoked paprika, and chili powder into the skillet. Stir continuously for 30 seconds to bloom spices.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Pour 14 ounces crushed tomatoes into the skillet. Simmer sauce for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Reduce heat to low and stir 1 cup heavy cream into the sauce. Season with 1 teaspoon sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Gently add seared chicken pieces back into the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- Finish with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and garnish with ¼ cup chopped cilantro just before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least an hour to let spices penetrate deeply and tenderize the meat for maximum flavor.
- Choose high-quality garam masala and fresh ginger to create authentic, rich taste that makes this dish special.
- If avoiding dairy, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a lighter, plant-based version that maintains creamy texture.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing cayenne pepper according to your heat tolerance, keeping the balance of flavors intact.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg