Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 1
    cups
    yogurt
  • 1
    tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 2
    tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1
    tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 2
    tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 2
    tsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • 1
    tbsp
    minced fresh ginger
  • 4
    tsp
    salt, or to taste
  • 3
    boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 4
    long skewers
  • 1
    tbsp
    butter
  • 1
    clove garlic, minced
  • 1
    tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1
    tsp
    paprika
  • 2
    tsp
    salt, or to taste
  • 1
    can
    tomato sauce (8 oz.)
  • 1
    cups
    heavy cream
  • 1/4
    cups
    chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and 4 teaspoons salt. Stir in chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat a grill for high heat.
  3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
  4. Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and jalapeno for 1 minute. Season with 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, and 3 teaspoons salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes. Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

By: Yakuta at allrecipes.com

Published on 09/03/2013