Chicken Tikka Masala (Sooo good!)

Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

·       1 cup plain yogurt

·       1 tablespoon lemon juice

·       2 teaspoons ground cumin

·       1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

·       2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

·       2 teaspoons black pepper

·       1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

·       4 teaspoons salt, or to taste

·       3 boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces

·       4 long skewers

·       1 tablespoon butter

·       1 clove garlic, minced

·       1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

·       2 teaspoons ground cumin

·       2 teaspoons paprika

·       1 tablespoon salt, or to taste

·       1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

·       1 cup heavy cream

·       ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

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 on 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. Serve over rice.