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Chicken Tikka Masala
Charred chicken in creamy tomato sauce
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp garam masala, divided
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1 (14oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Cilantro
Instructions
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- Mix yogurt, lemon juice, 1 tbsp garam masala, cumin, paprika. Marinate chicken 1-4 hours.
- Broil chicken until charred, per side.
- Cook onion in oil . Add garlic, ginger, remaining garam masala. Cook .
- Add tomatoes, simmer . Stir in cream.
- Add chicken and juices. Simmer . Garnish with cilantro.
- Serve with basmati rice and naan.
Notes
- Yogurt marinade tenderizes.
- Charring under broiler adds authentic flavor.
Serious Eats (Kenji López-Alt tested)