Description

Enjoy a restaurant-quality Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala made right at home! This flavorful dish features marinated, grilled chicken simmered in a rich, creamy, and aromatic tomato-based masala sauce. Perfectly spiced, incredibly comforting, and ideal to serve with naan or rice, this homemade version of a classic is sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken Marinade:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs)
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oil

For the Masala Sauce:

2 tablespoons butter or ghee
1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch ginger, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (for finishing)

Instructions

Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and oil. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Cook Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Set aside.
Prepare Masala Sauce: In a large pan, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft and golden. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
Simmer Sauce: Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in crushed tomatoes, season with salt, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in cream or coconut milk and sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Combine & Serve: Cut cooked chicken into pieces and stir into the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and garnish with cilantro. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

For a milder version, reduce chili powder and add more cream.
For a smoky flavor, grill the chicken over an open flame.
Coconut milk alternative makes it dairy-free.
Best served with basmati rice or garlic naan.

Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 1 hour marination)
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop & Grilling
Cuisine: Indian-British Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Gordon Ramsay Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Masala, Indian Chicken Curry, Homemade Chicken Masala, Spicy Chicken Masala