Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Skill Level: Easy

This classic Chicken Tikka Masala combines tender, lightly roasted chicken pieces with a rich, creamy tomato and spice sauce. Using our authentic Chicken Tikka Masala Spice Mix, this recipe captures the true flavour of North Indian cooking and is simple enough for a midweek meal.

Shopping List

  • Diced chicken – 850 g
  • Onion – 300 g, finely diced
  • Tomato – 3 medium, finely diced
  • Ginger – 1 inch, finely chopped
  • Garlic – 2 large cloves, finely chopped
  • Lemon – a few drops
  • Yoghurt – 2 tbsp
  • Milk – 1 cup (or use ¾ can thick coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • Ground pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Turmeric – ½ tsp (if available)
  • Fresh coriander leaves – 1 tbsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Oil of your choice

Cooking Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Marinate the chicken with ground pepper, salt, turmeric and a few drops of lemon.
  3. Roast the chicken until the edges turn slightly brown for a tikka-style effect. Spray with oil halfway through to keep the chicken moist.
  4. Sauté the onions in 1–2 tbsp of oil until golden brown.
  5. Add the chopped ginger and garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add the chopped tomatoes and the full pack of Chicken Tikka Masala Spice Mix. Sauté on low heat for 5 minutes, ensuring the spices do not burn.
  7. Add the roasted chicken and 1 cup of water. Cook on low heat for 8–10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  8. Finish by adding 2 tbsp yoghurt and ¾ cup milk (or coconut milk). Cook for a couple of minutes and adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.
  9. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with naan or warm rice.

Recipe Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk instead of yoghurt and milk

  • Gluten free and nut free

  • Based on our traditional Kerala family recipe

Try pairing this dish with our Bombay Potato or Kerala Kuruma Spice Mix for a complete Indian feast.