Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 4 h 15 min
Total time: 4 h 40 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree; 1-1/2 cups plain yogurt; 1/2 large onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon garam masala; 2-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes; 1 jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; Hot cooked basmati rice; Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:4h 15min

Enjoy the rich, aromatic goodness of homemade chicken tikka masala. The flavor is complex and laden with spices, but the dish is easier to make than you might think.

Updated at: Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:04:17 GMT