30 Chicken Tikka Recipes That Will Make Your Taste Buds Dance!

November 11, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Did you know that you can put quite a few twists on chicken tikka? Well, it turns out that you can! And, these chicken tikka recipes show you all the different dishes that you can whip up. From classic recipes to tacos and fried rice, go ahead and check them all out! 

chicken tikka

1. Classic Chicken Tikka

If you want to learn how to perfect a classic chicken tikka dish, then this is definitely the recipe to check out! The chicken is first tossed in a citrus juice and aromatic paste before then being coated in yogurt, spices, and more aromatics. Once the chicken has marinated for a while, thread through skewers and then cook over a grill! 

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Classic Chicken tikka

2. Baked Chicken Tikka 

Can't be bothered to turn on the grill? Not a problem - this recipe shows you how to make the most delicious chicken tikka right there in your kitchen! Begin by marinating the chicken in lemon juice, yogurt, spices, and ginger garlic paste. Then, thread the chicken onto skewers along with peppers,onion,and tomatoes. Bake, making sure to turn the skewers after a while! 

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Baked Chicken tikka 

3. Chicken Tikka Masala

The only thing better than chicken tikka is tikka with gravy - and this is exactly what this recipe shows you how to make! Here, this spicy and savory dish is coated in a silky sauce that is equally as flavorful. Go ahead and impress your friends with this restaurant worthy dish! 

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Chicken Tikka Masala

4. Malai Chicken Tikka 

If you are a different, creamier take on your chicken chicken tikka then you certainly need to check this recipe out! Here, the chicken is first marinated in a blended mix of yogurt, cream, aromatics, cashews, and green chilies along with spices and cilantro. Finally, cook the tikka in any method that you like until lightly charred!  

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Malai Chicken Tikka 

5. Dump and Bake Chicken Tikka Masala

This recipe is just what you need when you are craving the flavorful creaminess of tikka masala but don't want the fuss of making a traditional dish. Add chicken, aromatics, spices, and tomatoes to a pan and pop itp the oven and bake. When the chicken is tender, stir in coconut milk and serve! 

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Dump and Bake Chicken Tikka Masala

6. Chicken Spinach Tikka Masala

Not only is this recipe simple to whip up, it has the added bonus of containing some delicious spinach as well! For this recipe, you saute spices and aromatics before adding in fried chicken, tomatoes, and tikka masala paste. Simmer all of this together before then stirring in spinach and cream. Serve with naan or rice! 

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Chicken Spinach Tikka Masala

7. Chicken Tikka Burger 

If you want to do something different with your burgers, then this may be the recipe that inspires you! It is just a matter of tossing chicken breasts in tikka seasoning (you can use store bought or homemade spices) and then frying the patty until it is golden brown. Lastly, add to a brioche bun along with lettuce, tomatoes, and mango chutney! 

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Chicken Tikka Burger 

8. Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza

Yes, you can make pizza with chicken tikka masala - this recipe is especially good since the topping is made from scratch! First, you marinate the chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, and spices and then grill. Toss the chicken in the tikka masala sauce and spices and add to rolled out pizza dough along with mozzarella, red onions, and cilantro. Bake and enjoy!  

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Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza

9. Chicken Tikka Quesadilla

Here is a delicious way to add even more flavor to your quesadillas! Simply coat the chicken in spices and lemon juice and then cook until golden brown. Mix in peppers and cilantro and add this to a tortilla. Sprinkle in mozzarella, fold, and then grill on each side until the cheese is melted! 

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Chicken Tikka Quesadilla

10. Chicken Tikka Rice Bowl 

Turn your chicken tikka into a full meal with this delicious bowl! Here, you coat the chicken in delicious spices and then cook until slightly charred. Add the chicken to a bowl with cooked white rice, veggies, and chutney to round everything out! 

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Chicken Tikka Rice Bowl 

11. Chicken Tikka Wrap

Take your wrap to the next level with this flavorful chicken filling! To make the filling, mix yogurt with spices, lime juice, and aromatics and toss the chicken in this before cooking. Then, apply mango chutney to whole wheat wraps, greens, homemade onion salad, and the chicken. Wrap and enjoy! 

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Chicken Tikka Wrap

12. Chicken Tikka Biryani

Impress yourself and others with this homemade biryani recipe! Begin by coating the chicken in spices and then broiling and mixing it with a masala gravy. In the meantime, parboil the rice. Then, create alternating layers of rice, chicken tikka, and fried onions. Cook until the rice is tender and enjoy! 

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Chicken Tikka Biryani

13. Chicken Tikka Salad

Tired of boring old salads? Well, this salad is going to banish the memory of those recipes! The chicken is coated in yogurt, spices, and aromatics and is then cooked. Chickpeas and veggies are tossed in spices and then roasted. Combine everything together and drizzle with a homemade chicken tikka vinaigrette! 

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Chicken Tikka Salad

14. Skinny Chicken Tikka 

If you are counting calories, then this is the recipe for you! Here, you use low fat Greek yogurt and almost no oil in the recipe. To add to this, the chicken is baked. Since the dish is still chock full of spices, though, this is a delicious chicken tikka! 

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Skinny Chicken Tikka 

15. Air Fryer Chicken Tikka 

Air frying your chicken tikka is a great way to get the same crispy texture as baking or grilling but with far less hassle! Marinate the chicken in spices, aromatics, yogurt, lemon juice, and more! Then, thread the chicken through skewers and cook in the air fryer! 

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Air Fryer Chicken Tikka 

16. Chicken Tikka Lettuce Wraps

This is a low carb way to enjoy your chicken tikka as well as a way to make a healthy dish a lot more flavorful! The chicken is coated with Greek yogurt, aromatics, and spices and then cook. Add the filling to lettuce leaves along with tomatoes and a drizzle of your favorite sauce. 

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Chicken Tikka Lettuce Wraps

17. Chicken Tikka Quinoa Bowls 

Healthy, chock full of protein, and delicious - these bowls have it all! For this recipe, you need breaded chicken tenders. Brush the tenders with tikka sauce and bake. Add the chicken to a bowl of quinoa along with fresh veggies and pickles. Drizzle with a homemade mint sauce and serve! 

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Chicken Tikka Quinoa Bowls 

18. Chicken Tikka Rice Stir Fry

This is a delicious stir fry that is filling and jam packed with flavor - all of this comes together in a single pan as well! Coat the chicken with yogurt and tikka spices and cook in peppers and aromatics. Then, add in more spices, stock, and rice and cook until the rice is tender! 

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Chicken Tikka Rice Stir Fry

19. Kashmiri Chicken Murgh Tikka 

Here is a delicious Kashmiri inspired recipe! This dish uses ingredients like green chili paste, cashew cream, and green cardamom powder to add an interesting and flavorful twist to your chicken. Go ahead and give it a try! 

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Kashmiri Chicken Murgh Tikka 

20. Amritsari Chicken Tikka 

In this recipe, there is an Amritsar-inspired twist to your tikka! This means that there are a lot of masala ingredients that really take the flavor to a whole new level! Instead of the traditional tandoor, you can use a charcoal grill to get the same charred flavor. 

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Amritsari Chicken Tikka 

21. Bengali Chicken Tikka 

If you are looking to explore even more versions of chicken tikka, here is another recipe! The chicken is coated in spices and yogurt and then simmered in a delicious curry sauce. It is also joined by potato and egg to bulk up the curry! 

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Bengali Chicken tikka 

22. Chicken Tikka Fried Rice

Flavor your rice with the most delicious spices with this fried rice recipe! Start by marinating the chicken in the tikka spices. Then, saute tomatoes, peppers, and spices before adding in cooked rice and chicken into the mix. Toss until everything is combined and then serve! 

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Chicken Tikka Fried Rice

23. Cheesy Chicken Tikka 

This dish is the perfect balance between spiciness and creamy cheesiness! Begin by marinating the chicken in aromatics and spices. Then, marinate it again in more spices, green chilies, cheese, egg, and more. Then, cook in the oven or on the stovetop! 

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Cheesy Chicken Tikka 

24. Mango Chicken Tikka 

This recipe is made with green mangos adding a tart and bright flavor to the chicken! First, toast whole spices and then grind them into powder. Add this to blended green mango and then marinate the chicken in this. Thread this through the skewers and cook! 

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Mango Chicken tikka

25. Piri Piri Chicken Tikka 

Add some fun and new flavors to your tikka by adding in piri piri spice mix! In addition to the piri piri, also marinate the chicken in other spices, cheese, and cream. Then, bake or cook the chicken = make sure to baste in melted butter as you do! 

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Piri Piri Chicken Tikka 

26. Mint Chicken Tikka 

As the name suggests, a mint paste is mixed into the other spices with this recipe! This adds a refreshing flavor to the chicken and really lightens it up too. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves flavor but would like to cut down on the spiciness of their tikka! 

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Mint Chicken tikka 

27. Instant Pot Chicken Tikka 

This recipe is just what you need for the most tender chicken tikka imaginable! Start by sauteing spices and aromatics in melted butter and then add in chicken and pressure cook. Then, add in coconut milk and simmer for a while before stirring in Greek yogurt for the finishing touches! 

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Instant Pot Chicken Tikka 

28. Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka 

This is such a simple way of getting super flavorful chicken! The chicken is added to the slow cooker along with spices, aromatics, and other flavorful ingredients. All of this is then slow cooked until tender and then stir in cream before serving with rice! 

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Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka 

29. Chicken Tikka Sandwich 

This sandwich filling is so good that you are going to want to make it time and time again! Toss the chicken in tikka spices and then fry until lightly charred. Then, make up a sauce with yogurt, mayo, spices, peppers, herbs, tomato paste, and more. Coat the chicken in this and then spread between two slices of bread! 

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Chicken Tikka Sandwich 

30. Chicken Tikka Taco 

Here is a delicious twist on your tacos! Cook ground chicken in aromatics before stirring in tikka spices. Then, pour in coconut milk and simmer everything until the sauce gets nice and thick. Once this happens, you can serve the filling in the taco, along with your desired veggies and toppings!

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Chicken Tikka Taco 

There are so many different ways to make chicken tikka - so if this is your favorite dish, you are about to be spoiled for choice! Go ahead and put these recipes to the test and make lots of delicious dishes along the way! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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