6. Old School Gibbs Love Chicken Tikka

Joshamee Gibbs is one of the characters to have appeared in almost every part of the movie series. He is part of the navy first but leaves to become a pirate. His character is a mystery to date. He is cruel and brutal at first, but later in the movie, he is shown as a compassionate sailor who will do anything to save Jack. This chicken tikka masala is also a mystery in terms of its flavor. At first, it will taste like a tangy gravy, but then its complex flavors will unfold.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 4 cups cubed chicken breasts
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons minced ginger
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 tablespoon cumin powder
• 1/2 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon garam masala
• 1/2 tablespoon pepper
• 2 cups crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon heavy cream
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Cooking time  - 45 minutes

Serving size - 4

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, add some oil. Add in the chicken pieces. Then, cook it until it actually turns golden brown from all sides. Once done, remove it from heat. Set aside.

2. Add some more oil to a pan, add in the garlic, onion, and ginger and sauté it for a few minutes.

3. Add in the paprika, cumin powder, tomatoes, garam masala, turmeric powder, pepper, and mix well. Add in salt and mix well. Then, cover the gravy and let it simmer for a few minutes.

4. Once the gravy has thickened, add the cooked chicken to it and mix well. Let it for another 5 to 10 minutes.

5. Garnish it with cream and cilantro and serve it with some rice or flatbread on the side.