chicken-tikka-masala

chicken-tikka-masala recipe on DishRoll

Ingredients

• 1 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed
• 2 1 cup plain yogurt
• 3 1 tbsp garam masala
• 4 1 tsp turmeric
• 5 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 6 1 cup heavy cream
• 7 1 large onion, finely diced
• 8 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 9 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 10 1 tbsp kashmiri chili powder
• 11 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. 1
   Marinate chicken in yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, and 1 tsp salt for at least 1 hour (overnight ideal).
2. 2
   Broil or grill marinated chicken until slightly charred. Set aside.
3. 3
   In a heavy pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion 8 min until golden. Add garlic and ginger; cook 2 min.
4. 4
   Add chili powder and remaining garam masala; toast 1 min. Add crushed tomatoes, simmer 15 min.
5. 5
   Stir in cream and charred chicken. Simmer 10 min. Serve with garlic naan and basmati rice.