10% off for all new customers! Use coupon code ‘firstorder’ Shop now

Chicken Dhansak

Chicken Tikka Traybake Recipe

Big flavour. Minimal effort. One tray. This easy Chicken Tikka Traybake is perfect for busy days in the run-up to Christmas - everything goes into one roasting tray.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

45 min

Serves

4-6

The star of the show

Gluten free Dairy free
product-img-4 vg-tag

Medium Indian Curry Paste

Our multi-award winning Indian Curry Paste will be your new secret when it comes to Indian cooking.

  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
(66)
spice-iconMedium
vg-tag pattern-img-2
product-img-4
Gluten free Dairy free
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
(66)
spice-iconMedium

Shemin’s Indian Curry Paste

Our multi-award winning paste will be your new secret when it comes to Indian cooking. 

Ingredients

  • 2 peppers, cut into wedges
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 700g chicken thigh fillets
  • 1 pot (100g) Shemin’s Tikka Paste
  • 150g natural yoghurt or 400g coconut milk (alternative option)
  • 100g broccoli
  • A handful of cherry tomatoes
  • 1 red chilli, sliced (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp oil (olive or vegetable)
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • Knob of butter (to finish)

How to make Chicken Tikka Traybake

Prepare the tray

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the peppers, potatoes and cherry tomatoes into a large, shallow roasting tray.

Make the marinade

In a small bowl, mix the Shemin’s Tikka Paste with the yoghurt (or coconut milk if using). Pour half of the marinade over the vegetables, add the oil and a pinch of salt (if using), then toss to coat.

Step 3

Coat the chicken thighs in the remaining marinade. Do the same with the broccoli, then set the broccoli aside.

Step 4

Lay the marinated chicken on top of the vegetables, making sure everything is in a single layer. Roast for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Add the broccoli to the tray and return to the oven for a further 15 minutes. Check the chicken is cooked through — it should be piping hot with no pink in the centre.

Step 6

Remove the tray from the oven and add a knob of butter, allowing it to melt into the sauce for extra richness. Scatter over the sliced red chilli (if using) and serve straight from the tray.

Tips

  • Don’t overcrowd the tray – Make sure everything sits in a single layer so the vegetables roast rather than steam.
  • Chicken thighs work best – They stay juicy at high heat and take on the marinade beautifully.
  • More flavour? You can marinate the chicken up to 24 hours ahead for even deeper flavour.
  • Use what you’ve got – Courgettes, red onion, cauliflower or leftover roast potatoes all work well in this traybake.

Pair it with

Similar recipes you might like

Explore more a-icon
recipes-img-1 Ready in 30 min

James Martin’s Butter Chicken

First shown on the BBC in his Home Comforts series, this recipe has gone on to please thousands of curry lovers around the UK.
recipes-img-1 Ready in 30 min

Smoky Mexican Chilli Con Carne

Tantalising Mexican flavours giving a rich, smoky, earthy kick to this delicious chilli con carne recipe.
recipes-img-1 Ready in 30 min

Salmon & Coconut Milk Curry

When Shemin made this recipe, we all thought it was up there with one of the best she has ever made. It was so simple, but was absolutely magic!

Loved by curry enthusiast globally

tikVerified curry lover

All the products I have bought from Shemin’s have been fabulous! I love them!

Anonymous star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon

London, United Kingdom

tikVerified curry lover

All the products I have bought from Shemin’s have been fabulous! I love them!

Andy A. star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon

London, United Kingdom

tikVerified curry lover

All the products I have bought from Shemin’s have been fabulous! I love them!

Sam H. star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon

London, United Kingdom

tikVerified curry lover

All the products I have bought from Shemin’s have been fabulous! I love them!

Andy A. star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon

London, United Kingdom

tikVerified curry lover

All the products I have bought from Shemin’s have been fabulous! I love them!

Anonymous star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon

London, United Kingdom

Chicken Dhansak

Chicken Dhansak is a rich, hearty dish that perfectly balances bold spices with the comforting depth of lentils. This classic Indian-Parsi curry combines tender chicken with a fragrant blend of warming spices, all simmered in a thick, flavourful sauce. This popular Parsi dish can be made with chicken or lamb, and you can even omit the meat altogether for a delicious vegetarian version.

The result is a beautifully spiced, slightly tangy, and subtly sweet dish that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or a warm Shemin’s naan. Whether you’re a spice lover or new to Indian cuisine, this dish is a deliciously satisfying choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

3 tbsp cooking oil
500g boned chicken thighs diced
1 onion finely chopped
3 green cardamom pods
100g Shemin’s Indian or Goan Curry Paste
½ cup of water
400g can chopped tomatoes
500ml chicken stock
100g red lentils
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
3 tbsp yoghurt
Handful of chopped coriander

Method

1. Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large lidded ovenproof casserole pan. Season the chicken thighs and fry in two batches until browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

2. Add the remaining oil to the pan. Add the onion and fry gently for 10 minutes until it begins to soften. Meanwhile, bash the cardamom pods with the end of a rolling pin to split the husks and remove the seeds. Add the seeds, Shemin’s Indian Curry Paste and water to the pan, and cook gently for 4-5 minutes.

3. Add the chopped tomatoes, stock, lentils, sugar and vinegar to the pan, then add the chicken. Bring to the boil. Cover and cook in a conventional oven at 200°C (392°F, Gas Mark 6), a fan oven at 180°C (356°F), or a gas oven at Gas Mark 6 for 50 minutes or until the chicken is tender.

4. Stir in the yoghurt, check the seasoning and serve topped with coriander and some basmati rice.

Serves 4

Products used in this recipe

Reviews

  1. Shirley Makin

    This is so tasty and delicious so easy to make my fave curry

  2. Shirley Makin

    Outstanding would definitely recommend so easy to make

  3. Bridget

    Really nice would do it again

Add a review

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

1 2 3 4 5