Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

• Chicken breast, cubed 500 g
• Plain yogurt 150 g
• Garam masala 2 tsp
• Ground turmeric 1 tsp
• Ground cumin 1 tsp
• Paprika 1 tsp
• Garlic, minced 4 cloves
• Ginger, grated 1 tbsp
• Onion, finely chopped 1 large
• Crushed tomatoes 400 g
• Heavy cream 150 ml
• Butter 30 g
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix yogurt with half the garlic, ginger, and 1 tsp garam masala, add chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Thread or spread the chicken and grill or broil until charred at the edges and just cooked, then set aside.

3. 3

   Melt butter, soften the onion, then add remaining garlic, ginger and all the ground spices and fry until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in the crushed tomatoes and simmer 10 to 12 minutes until thickened and deep red.

5. 5

   Blend the sauce smooth if you prefer, then return to the pan and stir in the cream.

6. 6

   Add the grilled chicken and simmer gently 5 minutes until coated and heated through.

7. 7

   Season with salt, finish with a pinch of garam masala, and serve with rice or naan.