Delhi Butter Chicken

Description

India’s favourite. Marinated chicken, slow cooked in a creamy sauce with tomatoes and spices. The Real Tikka Masala.

A famous chef in Delhi taught me this recipe and I have been perfecting it for decades.
Serve with a dollop of butter for extra decadence and add extra chillies if you prefer.
– Chef Akila.

Delhi Butter Chicken

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India’s favourite. Marinated chicken, slow cooked in a creamy sauce with tomatoes and spices. The Real Tikka Masala. A famous... Read more

Serves 2 (550g) £11.95

    Description

    India’s favourite. Marinated chicken, slow cooked in a creamy sauce with tomatoes and spices. The Real Tikka Masala.

    A famous chef in Delhi taught me this recipe and I have been perfecting it for decades.
    Serve with a dollop of butter for extra decadence and add extra chillies if you prefer.
    – Chef Akila.

    Ingredients

    Boneless Chicken (40%), Water, Tomatoes (20%), Cream (1.6%) (Milk), Butter (Milk), Green Chilli, Garlic, Chilli Powder, Ginger, Honey, Cashew Nuts (Nuts), Garam Masala, Salt, Coriander Leaves, Cardamon, Cinnamon, Cloves, Fenugreek Leaves, Lemon Juice, Bay Leaf.

    ALLERGEN ADVICE: For Allergens, see Ingredients in bold. Our kitchen is gluten-free but handles other allergens including Sesame, Nuts and Mustard. While we take precautions, traces of other allergens may be present. If you are sensitive to even small traces of allergens please contact us before ordering.

    Nutrition
    Name per 100g
    Energy (kJ) 355
    Energy (kcal) 85
    Fat (g) 4.7
    of which saturates (g) 2.1
    Carbohydrate (g) 1.4
    of which sugars (g) 1.1
    Protein (g) 9.2
    Salt (g) 0.47
    Vitamin K (μg) 5.3
    Heating Instructions

    HEATING INSTRUCTIONS
    Always ensure food is thoroughly heated and piping hot before serving. Please check seasoning and adjust if required. Reduce heating time if defrosted.

    MICROWAVE (900W): Cook from frozen. Remove sleeve, pierce film & cook on full power for 5 minutes. Cut-open film, stir gently, re-cover and cook for another 3 minutes. Rest for 2 minutes and stir gently before serving.

    OVEN:Cook from Frozen. Time: 40-45 minutes.
    Electric: 190°C, Fan: 170°C, Gas: Gas Mark 5. Preheat oven.
    Remove sleeve and pierce film. Place on a baking tray in centre of oven and heat for 25 minutes. Cut film open and mix gently. Re-cover and heat further 20 to 25 minutes. Stand for 2 minutes, gently stir, check seasoning and serve.

    HOB: From frozen, gently heat in a suitable pan with about 2 tablespoons of water until thoroughly hot. Adjust consistency and seasoning if required.

    APPLIANCES VARY, ADJUST TIMING ACCORDINGLY. DO NOT OVERHEAT.

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 46 reviews
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    Shawn Riddlesden
    Tasty treat

    I’ve tried these curries and they are delicious. Lots of meat and tasty sauce
    Easy to heat in the microwave
    I will be buying more, great Friday night treat.

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    Carol Bamber

    Delhi Butter Chicken

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    Jill Evans
    Glad I found you!

    I cannot fault your meals, absolutely delicious and will continue ordering from you!

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    Danny Rose
    just superb

    just superb !!

    V
    Val Harvey
    First class food

    Absolutely delicious Corey's masala, chicken and lamb. All beautiful thoroughly recommend

    © 2026 Chef Akila

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