Gordon Ramsay's Chicken Tikka Masala (Print Version)

Tender marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato-cream sauce with fragrant Indian spices for an authentic flavor experience.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 450g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 cup plain yogurt
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
07 - 1 tablespoon garam masala
08 - 1 teaspoon cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon turmeric
10 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
12 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste
14 - Fresh coriander, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine the chicken and yogurt in a bowl. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden.
03 - Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for one minute until fragrant.
04 - Add garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
05 - Mix in the diced tomatoes and let them simmer for about 10 minutes to create the base sauce.
06 - Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, stirring well to coat it in the spices. Cook until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
07 - Pour in the heavy cream, stir well, and allow it to simmer for several minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
08 - Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander.
09 - Serve hot with rice or naan and enjoy.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor.