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Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala That Will Warm Your Soul

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala is a comforting dish with rich spices and creamy texture that will warm your soul.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala can add an extra teaspoon for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or tofu for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Ghee or olive oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Milk for dairy-free version
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar optional

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Dutch oven
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

Marinate Chicken
  1. Combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, chili powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add diced chicken, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Sear Chicken
  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add oil. Add marinated chicken in batches, searing for about 5-7 minutes per side until browned. Remove and keep warm.
Cook Base
  1. In the same pot, reduce heat and add butter or ghee. Sauté chopped onion until golden, then add minced garlic and ginger, stirring until fragrant.
Add Spices and Tomato
  1. Stir in remaining spices and crushed tomatoes, simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
Finish Sauce
  1. Reduce heat, return chicken to pot, add heavy cream, and simmer for another 15 minutes.
Final Adjustments
  1. Taste sauce, adjust seasoning, garnish with cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavors. Serve with basmati rice or naan for a complete meal.

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