Best 5 Chicken Tikka Masala Pizzas Recipes

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**Savory Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza: A Unique Fusion of Indian and Italian Flavors**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey where the vibrant flavors of India meet the classic charm of Italian cuisine. Chicken tikka masala pizza offers a delightful symphony of textures and tastes, combining the succulent tenderness of marinated chicken tikka, the creamy richness of a spiced tomato sauce, and the crispy foundation of a perfectly baked pizza crust. Embark on a flavor adventure as you explore three distinct yet equally enticing recipes: a classic chicken tikka masala pizza, a vegetarian version featuring succulent paneer, and a unique twist with a creamy spinach and chicken combination. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary expedition that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA PIZZA



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Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza - cheesy pizza topped with delicious Indian chicken tikka masala. The best homemade pizza recipe ever!

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Indian Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 25

10 oz. (300 g) skinless and boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 jalapeno, deseeded
Salt to taste
1 12-inches store-bought pizza crust or three (3) 7-inches mini pizza crusts
Olive oil for brushing
1/4 onion, thinly sliced
1 cup mozzarella cheese
Handful of coriander leaves/cilantro, chopped, save some for garnish
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground garam masala
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 pinch cinnamon
4 oz. (115 g) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Steps:

  • In a bowl, marinade the chicken with the Marinade for at least an hour in the refrigerator.
  • Line a layer of aluminum foil in a baking pan for grilling. Spread the marinated chicken in a single layer on the pan, discard the remaining marinade. Grill the chicken at 450°F (232°C) for 6-7 minutes, turning at half time.
  • While the chicken is cooking, prepare the Tomato Sauce and Spice Mix in separate bowls. Remove the chicken from the pan when it is done and discard the juice.
  • Heat a small sauce pan and melt the butter. Sauté the garlic and jalapeno until aromatic. Pour in the Spice Mix and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes on medium heat. Remove the jalapeno and discard.
  • Add in the Tomato Sauce and stir well to mix. Sprinkle salt to taste and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens, another 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the chicken meat into the sauce and mix well.
  • Pre-heat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Place the pizza crust on a pizza pan and brush lightly with olive oil. Spread the sauce/gravy on the pizza crust. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese. Arrange the chicken on the pizza. Top it with the sliced onions, chopped cilantro and the remaining cheese.
  • Reduce the temperature to 425°F (218°C). Bake the pizza for 8-10 minutes. Remove the pizza from the pan when is done and garnish the remaining chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 103 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 17 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 3 people, Sodium 791 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA PIZZA



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This Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza is a fusion of two takeout favorites. The rich, spiced sauce and tender meat of the chicken tikka masala top a thin, chewy crust and gets covered with melty mozzarella, red onions, and cilantro in this best-of-both-worlds pizza!

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups warm water
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 batch [chicken tikka masala]
1/2 red onion (sliced thin)
1/2 bunch cilantro (chopped)
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warm water and stir to combine, the let it sit and proof for 5-10 minutes, until slightly foamy.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Turn the paddle on at low speed and drizzle in the olive oil slowly, mixing until combined.
  • Pour the yeast mixture into the oil and flour mixture and mix until completely combined.
  • Prepare a clean bowl with a little extra oil so that the dough won't stick to the sides while it rises, then scrape the dough into the bowl, turn to coat in the olive oil, and cover it with plastic wrap. Let the dough rise for 1 hour, or place the dough in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • To prepare the dough for pizza assembly, divide it into two roughly equal parts. Roll out each ball of dough on a lightly floured surface to form a very thin crust, then transfer to a clean baking sheet and repeat with the remaining dough.
  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
  • While oven is heating, gently spread about 1 cup of the tikka masala sauce around each rolled out portion of dough, leaving a slight margin around the edges to create a crust. Sprinkle chunks of the chicken on top, along with half of the chopped red onion, cilantro, and mozzarella. Repeat with the other portion of dough and remaining ingredients.
  • Bake each pizza until the crusts are golden and the cheese is bubbly, around 12-15 minutes.
  • Alternatively, you can grill your pizza by rolling out the dough, brushing both sides with olive oil and laying each crust on a preheated grill to cook for 2-3 minutes, then flipping, topping with the sauce, chicken, onions, cilantro, and cheese, then closing the lid and cooking another 2-3 minutes or longer, until the cheese is melted and the crust is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 279 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA PIZZAS



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Rustle up our spiced chicken pizzas using naan bread in just 20 minutes. To balance the heat, serve them with dollops of mango chutney and natural yogurt

Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Supper

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small red onion , thinly sliced
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
4 garlic and coriander naan breads
4 chicken breasts , cut into strips
2 green pepper , sliced
2-3 tbsp tikka masala curry paste
150ml natural yogurt
1 green chilli , thinly sliced
1 small pack coriander , leaves torn
few dollops of mango chutney , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Toss the red onion with the red wine vinegar and a good pinch of salt and set aside (the vinegar will soften the onion slightly, which is a blessing as no one wants completely raw onion on pizza).
  • Put the naan breads on a baking tray, sprinkle over a little water, then put in the oven for 2 mins to heat up. Meanwhile, put the chicken and peppers in a frying pan with the curry paste, toss together, then fry over a high heat for 6-8 mins until cooked.
  • Take the naans out the oven, spread each one with yogurt, then top with the chicken, red onion, green chilli, coriander and mango chutney.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 683 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 83 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 47 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium

THE BEST CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Chicken Tikka Masala is thought to have been created by a Bangladeshi chef in Glasgow in the 1960s. It's a spicy, tomato-based dish seasoned with garlic, ginger, fenugreek and garam masala. In this recipe we used fenugreek leaves for their nutty and slightly minty flavor. If you can't find them, substitute dried mint leaves and a pinch of ground fenugreek. Garam masala is a popular Indian spice blend that usually includes black and white pepper, cloves, cinnamon, mace, cardamom, bay, cumin and coriander. It's pretty easy to find in your local grocery store and most national spice companies.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
4 tablespoons ghee (see Cook's Note)
1 large onion, sliced
2 serrano chiles, stemmed, seeded and chopped
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, finely grated
2 teaspoons dried whole fenugreek leaves (see Cook's Note)
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
1/4 cup heavy cream
Chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems, for serving
Basmati rice, for serving
Naan, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chicken marinade: Whisk together the yogurt, ginger, salt, chili powder, garam masala, pepper, turmeric and garlic in a large bowl until combined. Toss the chicken in the spiced yogurt marinade until evenly coated. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 24. (Overnight works best.)
  • For the sauce: Melt the ghee in a large Dutch oven or wide heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onions and serrano, season with 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and beginning to caramelize, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, until very fragrant and the ginger starts to turn golden and sticks to the bottom of the pot, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the fenugreek leaves, garam masala, chili powder and paprika and cook, stirring occasionally, until very fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, breaking them up into pieces with a spoon, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced by half and the tomatoes are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Let the hot sauce cool for about 5 minutes or so, then transfer it to a blender filling no more than halfway. (If your blender is small, you may need to work in batches.) Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a kitchen towel to catch splatters, and pulse until smooth. Add 1/4 cup heavy cream and puree until creamy. Pour into a clean pot and bring to a simmer. Season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, position a rack directly under the broiler and preheat to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack inside.
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the rack. Broil until the chicken starts to brown in spots, 3 to 6 minutes per side (it will not be cooked through). Remove from the broiler. When cool enough to handle, cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. Add the chicken to the simmering sauce, cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Top the chicken and sauce with cilantro. Serve with rice and naan.

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA PIZZA



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This luscious Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza is hearty, incredibly flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make.

Provided by Peggy Paul Casella

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup plain whole-milk yogurt ((not Greek-style yogurt))
1½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ to ¾ pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, (trimmed of visible fat)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ large yellow onion, (finely diced)
2 garlic cloves, (minced or pressed)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon tomato paste
½ to 1 tablespoon garam masala
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
6 tablespoons heavy cream, (plus 1 tablespoon for drizzling)
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, (plus 1 tablespoon for finishing)
1 (14- to 16-ounce) ball pizza dough

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, and coriander. Place the chicken in a shallow, airtight container and pour the marinade over top, turning to coat the chicken. Cover the container and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
  • Pull the chicken out of the refrigerator and preheat the oven to broil on high. Line a baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack in the baking sheet. Remove the chicken from the container, shaking off any excess marinade, and lay them on the wire rack in a single layer, about 1 inch apart. Broil for 5 to 6 minutes, then flip the thighs and broil for another 5 to 6 minutes. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh registers 165°F. Remove the chicken from the oven and set them aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 500°F (if using a baking sheet) or as high as it will go (if using a baking stone/steel; place the stone/steel in the bottom third of the oven before you start preheating). Let the oven preheat for at least 30 minutes. Then, if you're using a baking stone or steel, switch the oven to Broil on high.
  • While the chicken cools, prepare the sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes or until they begin to soften. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 1 minute, then stir in the tomato paste, 1/2 tablespoon of garam masala, paprika, and cayenne and cook for another minute. Stir in the tomatoes with their juices, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce comes to a bubble and begins to thicken.
  • Chop the chicken into 1/2-inch pieces and add them to the sauce, along with the 6 tablespoons of heavy cream. Let the sauce come back to the simmer, then add the salt and a few grinds of black pepper, taste, and adjust seasonings as necessary. Stir in 1/4 cup of cilantro and remove the pan from the heat. Let it cool slightly while you stretch or roll out the dough.
  • Stretch or roll out your dough to a 12- to 14-inch circle, then transfer it to an oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet or a lightly floured pizza peel (if using a baking stone/steel).
  • Spoon the chicken and sauce onto the dough, spreading it out evenly and leaving a 1/2-inch border of dough all around. Brush the exposed edges of dough with a little melted butter if desired.
  • Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake until the crust is golden and the toppings have browned in spots-8 to 10 minutes on the baking sheet, 6 to 8 minutes on the baking stone/steel. Remove the pizza from the oven.
  • As soon as the pizza comes out of the oven, drizzle it with the remaining 1 tablespoon of cream. Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of chopped cilantro; slice and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better your pizza will taste. This is especially true for the chicken, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  • Marinate the chicken. Marinating the chicken in yogurt, spices, and herbs will help to tenderize it and give it flavor.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly. Make sure that the chicken is cooked all the way through before adding it to the pizza. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Use a good quality pizza dough. The dough is the foundation of your pizza, so it's important to use a good quality dough. You can either make your own dough or buy pre-made dough from the store.
  • Don't overload the pizza. Too many toppings can make the pizza soggy. Stick to a few simple toppings that you love.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust.

Conclusion:

Chicken tikka masala pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. With its flavorful chicken, creamy sauce, and crispy crust, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new pizza recipe to try, give chicken tikka masala pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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