Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
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Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
Authentic North India · Restaurant Style

Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan Recipe

By Jeevan Depa·✓Kitchen Tested & Verified·Updated October 2026
Non-Veg📍North India🍽️Lunch & Dinner⏱️35 mins⚡Medium👥Serves 4Chicken
🍳Why This Recipe Works & Culinary Heritage

Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan is a celebrated North India culinary specialty crafted with traditional techniques and authentic spices. Prepared with 21 metric-standardized ingredients (featuring Boneless Chicken Thighs, Greek Yogurt, Coriander Seeds, Cumin Seeds, Fresh Ginger), this dish balances aromatic spices with rich cooking bases for deep, authentic flavor.

⏱️ Cook Time: 35 mins•👥 Servings: 4 plates•🛒 Instamart: 1-Click Doorstep Sync

Ingredients for Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan

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Boneless Chicken Thighs
700 g
2
Greek Yogurt
1 cup
3
Coriander Seeds
1 tbsp
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4
Cumin Seeds
1 tbsp
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Fresh Ginger
2 inch piece
6
Garlic Cloves
9 cloves
7
Serrano Chili / Green Chili
1 piece
8
Turmeric Powder
2 tsp
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9
Garam Masala
4 tsp
10
Paprika Powder
1 tsp
11
Onion
1 large
12
Crushed Tomatoes
800 g
13
Heavy Cream
120 ml
14
Butter
150 g
15
All-Purpose Flour (Maida)
350 g
16
Active Dry Yeast
2 tsp
17
Egg
1 large
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Fresh Coriander Leaves
3/4 cup
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Cooking Oil
1/3 cup
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Sugar
1 tsp
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Salt
to taste
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In a dry pan over medium heat, toast coriander and cumin seeds for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Grind them into a fine powder, then transfer to a food processor along with sliced ginger, 6 cloves garlic, serrano pepper, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tbsp garam masala, and 2 tbsp water. Blend into a smooth spice paste.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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In a dry pan over medium heat, toast coriander and cumin seeds for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Grind them into a fine powder, then transfer to a food processor along with sliced ginger, 6 cloves garlic, serrano pepper, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tbsp garam masala, and 2 tbsp water. Blend into a smooth spice paste.
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In a bowl, toss the cubed chicken thighs with 1 cup Greek yogurt, half of the prepared spice paste, and a generous pinch of salt. Mix well and let marinate in the refrigerator.
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Prepare the garlic naan dough: dissolve yeast and sugar in 1/2 cup warm water for 5 minutes until frothy. Whisk in egg, 1/4 cup yogurt, 1/3 cup oil, and 1 tsp salt. Gradually mix into the flour and knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1.5 hours until doubled.
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Sear the chicken: heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet or braiser over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Sear marinated chicken in batches until well-browned on all sides (do not cook completely through) and transfer to a plate.
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In the same pan, melt 3 tbsp butter, add diced onion, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the remaining spice paste, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp paprika, and crushed tomatoes, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
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Blend the simmered sauce in a blender until completely smooth and return it to the pan. Add the seared chicken along with any resting juices and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
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For garlic butter, melt 1 stick butter with 3 cloves minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and salt. Divide naan dough into 8 balls, roll out thin, and cook on a smoking-hot skillet for 90 seconds per side until puffed and blistered. Brush immediately with garlic butter and serve hot with Chicken Tikka Masala.
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Chef's Secrets & Pro Cooking Tips

Professional culinary techniques for restaurant-quality Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan at home

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Two-Stage Marination Magic

First marinate chicken with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt for 20 minutes to tenderize the fibers. Then introduce spiced hung curd for rich, deep flavor penetration.

2

Brown the Onions (Bhunao Process)

Take your time browning the onions to a deep golden amber. The slow caramelization forms the foundational flavor base and rich color of authentic Indian meat gravies.

3

Simmer on Low Flame for Juicy Meat

Keep the heat on gentle low-medium once the liquid is added. Rapid boiling contracts muscle fibers and dries out poultry meat.

🥗Nutritional Breakdown

Estimated nutritional facts per serving (based on 4 servings)

Nutrient Dense
Calories
469kcal
18% DV
Protein
29g
58% DV
Carbs
27g
10% DV
Fat
19g
24% DV
Fiber
3g
11% DV
Sodium
709mg
31% DV

* Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. Actual nutritional requirements may differ based on age, gender, and physical activity level.

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Culinary Tags

#Chicken Tikka Masala#Garlic Naan#Restaurant Style#Chicken Curry#North Indian#Dinner Party
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Guide

Answers to common questions about preparing, storing, and customizing Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan

You need 21 ingredients to make Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan: Boneless Chicken Thighs (700 g), Greek Yogurt (1 cup), Coriander Seeds (1 tbsp), Cumin Seeds (1 tbsp), Fresh Ginger (2 inch piece), Garlic Cloves (9 cloves), Serrano Chili / Green Chili (1 piece), Turmeric Powder (2 tsp), Garam Masala (4 tsp), Paprika Powder (1 tsp), Onion (1 large), Crushed Tomatoes (800 g), Heavy Cream (120 ml), Butter (150 g), All-Purpose Flour (Maida) (350 g), Active Dry Yeast (2 tsp), Egg (1 large), Fresh Coriander Leaves (3/4 cup), Cooking Oil (1/3 cup), Sugar (1 tsp), Salt (to taste). Exact metric quantities for your chosen servings are listed in the ingredients section above, and you can add all of them to your Swiggy Instamart cart in one click.

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