Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

Chicken

• 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 tsp garam masala

Sauce

• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tbsp butter
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Mix the chicken with yogurt, garlic, ginger, and garam masala.
2. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Brown the chicken in batches.
4. Cook the onion until soft.
5. Add the tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Return the chicken to the pan and cook through.
7. Stir in the cream and butter, then adjust the seasoning.

Notes

• Serve with basmati rice or naan.
• Reheats well the next day.

Variations

• Substitute full-fat coconut milk for the cream.