Chicken Tikka Masala
November 8th, 2007 by hungrybastard
This recipe is absolutely wonderful. We have made it three times since we first discovered it. The flavor is amazing! We served ours over Jasmine rice, which is our favorite. We always cook our rice in a rice cooker and it turns out perfect! This recipe yields about 2-4 servings, depending on how much you eat. We usually double the recipe and it is great for leftovers! Enjoy!
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 fresh minced ginger
- 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 4 long skewers
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeƱo pepper, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup Coconut Milk
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions:
- 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.
- Preheat a grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Grill until juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side.
- 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, Coconut Milk and 1 tablespoon of corn starch. Simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, about 20-30 minutes. Add grilled chicken, and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, serve over your favorite rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

I give this recipe 5 out of 5 stars!! It has the perfect blend of flavors and textures!!! I wouldn’t change a thing! Thanks honey!!!