Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons garam masala, divided
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken in yogurt and 1 tablespoon garam masala for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Thread chicken onto skewers and broil or grill until charred, about 4 minutes per side.

3. 3

   In a large pan, melt butter. Saute onion until soft.

4. 4

   Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add remaining garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne. Stir for 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Pour in crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in heavy cream and simmer 5 more minutes.

8. 8

   Add grilled chicken pieces to the sauce.

9. 9

   Garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice and naan bread.