Indian Tikka Masala with Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 can tomato sauce, 15 ounces
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Method

1. 01
   In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, black pepper, ginger, and salt. Stir in the chicken until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. 02
   Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken until juices run clear, about 5-7 minutes on each side.
3. 03
   Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and jalapeño for 1 minute. Season with coriander, cumin, paprika, and salt. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
4. 04
   Remove chicken from skewers and add to the sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. 05
   Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread.