Chicken Tikka Korma
Smoky, charred tikka chicken folded into a mild, creamy korma sauce for the best of both curries.
Made with Korma base and Tikka marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time50 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £1.71 a head
- Oven240°C (220°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the chicken with your ready made tikka marinade (see the base recipe) in a bowl. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
- 2
Heat the oven grill to its highest setting, or heat the oven to 240°C (220°C fan). Spread the chicken on a lined baking tray in a single layer.
- 3
Grill or roast for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until charred at the edges and cooked through. The juices should run clear.
14 min - 4
Meanwhile, warm your ready made korma base (see the base recipe) with the water and oil in a wide pan until gently bubbling.
5 min - 5
Tip the chicken into the sauce, with any juices from the tray, and simmer for 3 minutes.
3 min - 6
Stir in the lemon juice, scatter over the coriander and serve with rice or naan.
Tips
- Do not crowd the tray. Chicken that touches steams instead of charring.
- Cook the marinated chicken until you see dark spots at the edges. The char is what makes it taste like tikka.
- Never use leftover raw marinade as a sauce. Discard it.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 1 to 2 hours, keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for 2 months. Reheat until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Can I cook the chicken in a pan?
Yes. Fry it in two batches over a high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
Is tikka marinade dairy free?
The base marinade is yoghurt based, so this dish is not dairy free. Use a coconut yoghurt marinade if you need dairy free.
How spicy is it?
Mild to medium. The tikka adds warmth but the korma base keeps it creamy and gentle.
More made with korma base
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.