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Easy Italian Chicken Tikka Masala

This easy chicken tikka masala recipe combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy yogurt in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting homemade meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 25 grams butter
  • 4 onions roughly chopped
  • 6 tbsp chicken tikka masala paste (store-bought or homemade – see recipe below)
  • 2 red peppers deseeded and cut into chunks
  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 2.5 cm cubes
  • 2 cans chopped tomatoes (400 grams)
  • 4 tbsp tomato purée
  • 3 tbsp mango chutney
  • 150 ml double cream
  • 150 ml natural yogurt
  • coriander leaves chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base

  • Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large, lidded casserole dish over medium heat.
    Add the chopped onions and a pinch of salt.
    Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and golden brown.

Add Flavors

  • Stir in the chicken tikka masala paste and red pepper chunks.
    Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the spices to develop their flavors.

Cook the Chicken

  • Add the cubed chicken breasts to the pan, mixing well to coat them in the paste.
    Cook for about 2 minutes.
    Pour in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, and 200ml of water.
    Cover with a lid, reduce the heat, and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked.

Final Touches

  • Remove the lid and stir in the mango chutney, double cream, and natural yogurt.
    Warm through gently, then season to taste.
    If you want to freeze some of the dish, set it aside in an airtight container.
    It can be frozen for up to three months.
    Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
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