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• Total Time 30 min
• Yield 4 Servings
• Level Easy

This is an easy to make chicken tikka masala recipe that’s more British than Indian. A truly delicious blend of spices and chicken in a thick gravy. Serve hot with rice or Indian breads.
 

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Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 5 cardamom pods
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1 1/2 onions, chopped
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1 tablespoon red chili powder
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 teaspoon tomato purée
• Salt to taste
• 3 chicken breasts, diced into cubes
• 3 1/2 tablespoons water
• Yoghurt or 1 can coconut milk, for the curry
• Fresh coriander to garnish

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Directions

1. 1. Pour the oil into a pan over medium heat. When hot, add the cardamom pods and cinnamon sticks; leave for a few seconds before removing; this flavors the oil giving it a wonderful aroma.
2. 2. Add the onions and cook until brown. Add the ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, pepper, garam masala and red chili powder; cook, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
3. 3. Add the tomato and tomato purée and stir until thoroughly combined then add the salt. Add the chicken cubes and mix well into the masala. Pour in the water and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
4. 4. Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the chicken is cooked and tender. For a curry add either coconut milk or yoghurt. Mix well and simmer until oil leaves from side of the pan.
5. 5. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.