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Chicken Tikka Soup Recipe

Chicken Tikka Soup Recipe

Shika
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts diced
  • 2 tablespoons tikka masala paste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Marinate The Chicken

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken breasts with tikka masala paste and Greek yogurt. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients. This gives the chicken a bold flavor and keeps it tender.

Sauté Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add Spices

  • To the onion mixture, stir in ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika. Let the spices bloom for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. This helps release their essential oils and flavors, enhancing the soup's depth.

Cook The Chicken

  • Add the marinated chicken to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on the outside. Don’t worry if it's not fully cooked—it will finish cooking in the broth.

Add Liquids

  • Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and coconut milk. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Blend The Soup

  • Once the chicken is fully cooked, use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. You can leave it chunky or make it smooth and creamy. If you prefer a smooth soup, transfer it to a blender and blend in batches.

Season And Serve

  • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes for extra heat if you like. Ladle it into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

When making this soup, you’ll notice that the flavors develop and intensify over time. If you have leftovers, they’ll taste even better the next day.
I always find that soups like this benefit from sitting in the fridge for a few hours or overnight, allowing the spices to meld together perfectly.
Keyword Chicken Tikka Soup Recipe