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**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Chicken Tikka: A Culinary Journey Through Three Delectable Recipes**

Chicken tikka, a succulent and flavorful dish that has captivated palates worldwide, finds its roots in the vibrant culinary traditions of India. Marinated in yogurt, spices, and herbs, chicken pieces are grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender, juicy interior and a tantalizing charred exterior. This article presents a trio of enticing chicken tikka recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the aromatic depths of these exquisite dishes.

1. **Classic Chicken Tikka:**

For those seeking an authentic taste of tradition, the classic chicken tikka recipe stands as a testament to culinary heritage. Simple yet exquisite, this recipe utilizes a blend of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and turmeric to create a marinade that infuses the chicken with an explosion of flavors. Grilled to perfection, the chicken pieces are served with a refreshing mint chutney, completing this timeless dish.

2. **Creamy Chicken Tikka Masala:**

Indulge in the richness and decadence of creamy chicken tikka masala, a delectable dish that seamlessly merges culinary influences from India and Britain. Marinated chicken is grilled and simmered in a velvety tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices, cream, and butter. The result is a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the senses with its creamy texture and vibrant hues. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with steaming basmati rice or fluffy naan bread.

3. **Chicken Tikka Tacos:**

For a delightful fusion of flavors, look no further than chicken tikka tacos. This innovative recipe combines the essence of Indian cuisine with the vibrant spirit of Mexican street food. Marinated chicken is grilled and nestled in warm tortillas, accompanied by a tangy cilantro-lime sauce, crunchy cabbage slaw, and a dollop of cooling yogurt. These tacos offer a delightful burst of contrasting flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility and allure of chicken tikka. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of traditional tikka, the rich indulgence of creamy tikka masala, or the fusion flair of tikka tacos, these recipes promise to satisfy your cravings and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of India.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN TIKKA RECIPE



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Chicken Tikka Kebabs in a richly spiced yogurt marinade. Grilled, barbecued or griddled to perfection An easy, family-pleasing dinner!

Provided by Nicky Corbishley

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 chicken breasts ((approx 500g/17.5 oz) - chopped into bite-size chunks)
120 g (1/2 cup) Greek yogurt (- or thick natural yogurt (full fat))
2 cloves garlic ( - peeled and minced)
1 tbsp minced ginger
Juice of half a lemon
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp mild chilli powder
1 pinch of cinnamon
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil (- for brushing onto the chicken before grilling)
2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breast pieces into a bowl or freezer bag with the yogurt, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, coriander, turmeric, cumin, paprika, chilli powder, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
  • Mix together so that everything is combined, then cover and place in the fridge to marinate for 2-3 hours.
  • If you're using wooden skewers, place them in water to soak while the chicken is marinating. This will help to prevent them burning during grilling.
  • Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge and thread onto skewers.
  • Brush the chicken with the oil, then place on a griddle plate and cook, turning a couple of times, for 8-10 minutes until cooked through. Alternatively, you can grill (broil) under a grill, or you can barbecue for the same amount of time.
  • Make sure the chicken is cooked by slicing into a larger piece and ensuring it's no longer pink in the middle.
  • Serve with a sprinkling of freshly chopped coriander.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 301 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This is an easy recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala--chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.

Provided by Yakuta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons fresh ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
4 long skewers
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and salt. Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat a grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
  • Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and jalapeno for 1 minute. Season with 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes. Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 143.2 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1592.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CHICKEN TIKKA



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Really delicious chicken tikka and just like you get at Indian restaurants or possibly better! Very healthy too! Garnish with sliced onion and lemon wedges. Serve with steamed rice or naan. Can also be made on the grill.

Provided by indomagic

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian     Main Dishes     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup chopped green chilies
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
4 tablespoons fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1/2 tablespoon tikka masala
2 drops red food coloring
salt to taste
2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine chilies, cilantro, yogurt, tomato paste, ginger paste, garlic paste, tikka masala, food coloring, and salt in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 10 minutes; flip and spray with cooking spray. Continue to bake until chicken is no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes more. Turn on the oven's broiler. Broil until browned, 3 to 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 85.9 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 876.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA RECIPE BY TASTY



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You've been itching for a change recently. You know, something to spice things up and throw a spanner into the monotony of routine. Enter: chicken tikka masala. Sure, it might take two days to throw together, but when you pair it with some fluffy steamed rice or buttery, garlic naan, it's well worth the wait. Don't believe us? Try it yourself!

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h42m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons paprika
3 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced ginger
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 tablespoon tomato puree
3 ½ cups tomato sauce
1 ¼ cups water
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup fresh cilantro, for garnish
cooked rice, for serving
naan bread, for serving
Bamboo or wooden skewer

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken into bite-sized chunks. Combine the cubed chicken with the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, cumin, garam masala, and paprika and stir until well-coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C). Line a high-sided baking pan or roasting tray with parchment paper.
  • Place the marinated chicken pieces on bamboo or wooden skewers, then set them over the prepared baking pan, making sure there is space underneath the chicken to help distribute the heat more evenly. Bake for about 15 minutes, until slightly dark brown on the edges.
  • Make the sauce: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté the onions, ginger, and garlic until tender but not browned. Add the cumin, turmeric, coriander, paprika, chili powder, and garam masala and stir constantly for about 30 seconds, until the spices are fragrant. Stir in the tomato puree, tomato sauce, and 1 ¼ cups of water, then bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes. Pour in the cream.
  • Remove the chicken from the skewers and add to the sauce, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or alongside naan bread.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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Make Indian takeout at home with Aarti Sequeira's Chicken in Creamy Tomato Curry: Chicken Tikka Masala, from Aarti Party on Food Network.

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup plain yogurt, whisked until smooth
3 tablespoons Ginger-Garlic Paste, recipe follows (or 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger and 3 cloves garlic put through a garlic press or finely minced)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, poked with a fork, and cut into large bite-sized chunks
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup Ginger-Garlic Paste, recipe follows (or 6 cloves garlic and 2-inch thumb ginger minced)
2 serrano peppers, minced (seeds removed if you don't want it spicy)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 teaspoons paprika
8 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 to 2 cups water
Oil, for grilling
1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
1/2 cup heavy cream
Minced fresh cilantro, for garnish
Cooked rice, naan, or crusty piece of bread, for serving
1/2 cup cloves garlic, whole
1/2 cup fresh ginger, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • For the marinade: In a large bowl, mix together the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate at least 30 minutes, or in the refrigerator up to overnight.
  • For the sauce: When you're ready to make the curry, place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. When the butter has melted, add the Ginger-Garlic Paste and serrano peppers. Saute until lightly browned around the edges. Add the tomato paste and cook until the tomato has darkened in color, about 3 minutes. Add the garam masala and the paprika and saute for about 1 minute to draw out their flavors.
  • Add the tomatoes, salt, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, turn down to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 20 minutes. You may need more water depending on how much liquid the tomatoes give off.
  • Meanwhile, fire up your grill. When it is nice and hot, lightly brush it with oil. Place the chicken on the grill, shaking off some of the excess marinade. Cook until it's charred, about 2 minutes on each side. (Don't worry that the chicken will still be a little uncooked, it finishes cooking in the sauce).
  • Pour the sauce into a blender or food processor, or use an immersion blender, and process until smooth. Pour back into the skillet and bring back up to a boil. Add the chicken and fenugreek leaves, if using. Take the heat down to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the cream and stir through. Garnish with minced fresh cilantro, and serve over rice, with naan, or a crusty piece of bread!
  • Throw the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a mini-food processor and let it go until it forms a semi-smooth paste. There will still be tiny little pieces in there, but overall, it should resemble a paste.
  • Save what you don't use in a small glass jar. It should last in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. It's a delicious addition to marinades, pasta sauces, stir fry sauces, slow-cooker recipes, gravy etc. We always had a jar of this stuff in our fridge growing up.

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



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This takeaway favourite is freezer-friendly and quick to reheat, giving you the chance to get ahead and save money.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tbsp vegetable oil
25g butter
4 onions, roughly chopped
6 tbsp chicken tikka masala paste (use shop-bought or make your own - see recipe, below)
2 red peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks
8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5cm cubes
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
4 tbsp tomato purée
2-3 tbsp mango chutney
150ml double cream
150ml natural yogurt
chopped coriander leaves, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large, lidded casserole on the hob, then add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 15-20 mins until soft and golden.
  • Add the tikka masala paste and peppers, then cook for 5 mins more to cook out the rawness of the spices.
  • Add the chicken breasts and stir well to coat in the paste. Cook for 2 mins, then tip in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée and 200ml water. Cover with a lid and gently simmer for 15 mins, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the lid, stir through the mango chutney, double cream and natural yogurt, then gently warm through. Season, then set aside whatever you want to freeze. Will keep, in an airtight container, in the freezer for up to three months. Scatter the rest with coriander leaves and serve with basmati rice and naan bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 1.04 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. This will make the tikka more tender and easier to eat.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of spices in the marinade. This will give the tikka a complex and flavorful taste. Some good spices to use include garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder.
  • Cook the chicken tikka over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Baste the chicken tikka with the marinade while it is cooking. This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken tikka with your favorite sides. Some good sides to serve with chicken tikka include rice, naan, and yogurt sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken tikka is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can make restaurant-quality chicken tikka at home. So next time you are looking for a delicious and flavorful meal, give chicken tikka a try. You won't be disappointed.

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