Chicken Tikka Masala

My roommates and I made some delicious Chicken Tikka Masala last night.  We LOVE Indian food!

Chicken Tikka Masala

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 50 Minutes

Ready In: 2 Hours 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

1 cup yogurt

1 teaspoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

4 tablespoons salt, or to taste

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bit size pieces

4 long skewers

1 tablespoon butter

1 clove garlic, minced

1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped 

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons paprika 

3 teaspoons salt, or to taste

1 8 ounce can tomato sauce

1 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro 

Directions:

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.

It's so good!