Best 10 Chicken Tikkas Recipes

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Chicken Tikka is a delectable dish that has gained immense popularity worldwide. Its succulent chicken pieces, marinated in a yogurt-based mixture of fragrant spices, are skillfully grilled or baked to perfection. Whether you prefer the charred exterior and smoky flavor of tandoori chicken tikka or the tender and juicy texture of pan-fried chicken tikka, this dish promises a tantalizing culinary experience. Let's embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for chicken tikka that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

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

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



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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 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



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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

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.

BAKED CHICKEN TIKKA RECIPE BY TASTY



Baked Chicken Tikka Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: plain yogurt, red chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground tumeric, garam masala, lemon juice, dried fenugreek leaves, fresh cilantro stem, salt, ginger garlic paste, red food colorings, chicken leg quarters

Provided by Noor Aslam

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup plain yogurt
½ tablespoon red chili powder
½ tablespoon ground coriander
½ tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground tumeric
½ teaspoon garam masala
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
1 bunch fresh cilantro stem, crushed
½ tablespoon salt
1 ½ tablespoons ginger garlic paste
2 red food colorings
4 chicken leg quarters, cut into two

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl except chicken.
  • Make long slits on chicken with a knife.
  • Put the chicken in the marinade overnight.
  • Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 50 minutes..
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CHICKEN TIKKA



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Categories     Blender     Chicken     Ginger     Broil     Marinate     Yogurt     Diwali     Lime     Spice     Gourmet

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted
3/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted
2 cups whole-milk yogurt
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 (1 1/2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil plus additional for greasing pan
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garam masala (Indian spice mixture)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
5 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
Accompaniments: mango and red pepper chutney and mint raita
Garnish: lime wedges
Special Equipment
20 (12-inch) wooden skewers

Steps:

  • Purée all ingredients except chicken in a blender until spices are well ground.
  • Put chicken in a large bowl, or divide between 2 large sealable plastic bags, and add yogurt mixture, stirring or turning to coat. Marinate chicken, covered and chilled (turning occasionally if using bags), at least 4 hours.
  • Soak skewers in water 30 minutes. While skewers are soaking, bring chicken to room temperature.
  • Preheat broiler and brush a broiler pan lightly with oil.
  • Divide chicken among skewers (about 5 cubes per skewer), leaving an 1/8-inch space between cubes, and arrange about 5 skewers across pan. Broil chicken about 4 inches from heat, turning over once, until browned in spots and just cooked through, 9 to 12 minutes total.
  • Transfer cooked skewers to a large platter and, if desired, cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Broil remaining chicken in same manner. Remove chicken from skewers and serve warm or at room temperature.

CHICKEN TIKKAS



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Categories     Chicken     Citrus     Garlic     Appetizer     Marinate     Yogurt     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 18 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup thick plain whole-milk yogurt such as Greek
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon finely grated (with a rasp) peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon finely grated (with a rasp) garlic
3/4 teaspoon garam masala (Indian spice mix)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
Accompaniment: cilantro mint chutney
Special Equipment
18 (6-inch) wooden skewers, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients except chicken in a medium bowl, then add chicken, stirring to coat. Marinate, covered and chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderately high heat for gas).
  • While grill is heating, thread 3 or 4 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, leaving a little space between pieces, and transfer to a tray lined with plastic wrap.
  • Oil grill rack, then grill chicken, covered only if using a gas grill, turning occasionally, until browned and just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes total.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA RECIPE BY TASTY



Homemade Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe by Tasty image

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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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:

  • To make the chicken tikka more flavorful, marinate the chicken in the yogurt and spice mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • If you don't have a tandoor oven, you can cook the chicken tikka in a regular oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • To make the chicken tikka more tender, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
  • If you want a spicier chicken tikka, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper to the marinade.
  • Serve the chicken tikka with your favorite dipping sauce, such as mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or raita.

Conclusion:

Chicken tikka is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It is a popular dish in India and Pakistan, and it is also enjoyed in many other countries around the world. With its flavorful marinade and succulent chicken, chicken tikka is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it.

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