Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients 1 Cup plain yougurt 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 2 Teaspoons ground cumin 1 Teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 Teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 1 Teaspoon ground ginger 2 Teaspoons salt 4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 Tablespoon butter 1 Clove garlic, minced 2 Teaspoons ground cumin 2 Teaspoons paprika 1 Teaspoon salt 8 Ounces tomato sauce 1 Cup heavy cream
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Chicken marinated in yougurt and spices then cooked in a tomato sauce. Best served with warm rice or pita bread.
Directions
In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, ginger, and 2 teaspoons salt.
Cut the chicken into bite size pieces and then add chicken to the yogurt mixture, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat a grill for high heat.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread the chicken on skewers, and discard marinade.
Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side.
Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
Saute the garlic for at least 1 minute.
Add 2 teaspoons cumin, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and then stir in the tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low until sauce thickens. Approximately 20 minutes.
Add the grilled chicken and simmer for 10 minutes.
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