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Chicken Tikka Masala

Step 1 of 8

Combine Cumin, Coriander, Chilli, Turmeric, Garlic, Ginger, Yoghurt, Lemon and Salt in a bowl.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 2 of 8

Whisk to combine.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 3 of 8

Pour marinade all over chicken and mix using your hands. Set aside for 20 minutes.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 4 of 8

Heat Ghee in a pot. Add Onions, and cook till golden brown. About 10 minutes. Add Garlic and Ginger and cook for 2 minutes.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 5 of 8

Add chopped Tomatoes and cook covered on low for 8 – 10 minutes.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 6 of 8

Puree the Onion and tomatoes mixture by transferring to the blender.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 7 of 8

Line an oven tray with foil and add marinaded chicken. Place under the Grill and cook for 10 – 15 minutes. Add tomato back to pot, stir in Chicken. Stir in Cream.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

Step 8 of 8

Top with Coriander. Season to taste with salt.

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp red chilli powder
3/4 tsp ground turmeric
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp crushed ginger
250ml plain yoghurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt
2lb chicken breast, skin removed, cut into chunks

For the masala

2 tbsp ghee or veg oil
1 small onion, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ginger, crushed
250g tinned chopped tomatoes, blended
100ml double cream
Handful coriander, chopped

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