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Authentic British Chicken Tikka Masala (The UK's Favorite Dish)

Chef Emily Carter By Chef Emily Carter
• Published: Sep 12, 2026 (Updated: Sep 13, 2026) • ★ 4.9 (395 ratings)
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Authentic British Chicken Tikka Masala (The UK's Favorite Dish)
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
510 kcal
Cuisine
British-Indian

Britain's favorite curry, Chicken Tikka Masala features tender charred yogurt-marinated chicken simmered in a luscious tomato-ginger cream sauce.

Authentic British Chicken Tikka Masala (The UK's Favorite Dish)

★ 4.9 / 5 (395 reader reviews) Yield: 4 servings

Charred spiced chicken bites bathed in an aromatic, velvety tomato cream sauce with garam masala and fenugreek. Britain's national culinary obsession.

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for 30 mins; broil 10-12 mins until charred.
  2. 2
    Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in butter.
  3. 3
    Add tomatoes, spices, and simmer 15 mins.
  4. 4
    Stir in cream, fenugreek, and charred chicken tikka pieces. Simmer 5 mins.
  5. 5
    Serve with warm garlic naan.
💡 Chef's Insider Tip: Charring the chicken gives the curry that unmistakable tandoori smoke flavor.

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

510
Calories
41g
Protein
16g
Carbs
31g
Fat
3g
Fiber

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Chef Emily Carter

Recipe Created by Chef Emily Carter

Professional culinary chef and recipe developer with 12+ years of experience crafting foolproof family meals, comfort food classics, and healthy weeknight dinners.

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