Chicken tikka masala

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbChicken thighs, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cupGreek yogurt
• 2 tbspGaram masala
• 4 clovesGarlic, minced
• 1 tbspFresh ginger, grated
• 1Yellow onion, diced
• 28 ozCrushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cupHeavy cream
• 2 tbspButter
• 1 tspGround cumin
• 1 tspPaprika
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 1/4 cupFresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt

Method

1. 1

   Toss the chicken with the yogurt, half the garam masala, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit while you prep — even 15 minutes helps.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high and sear the chicken until browned but not fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Lower the heat, melt the butter, and cook the onion until soft, 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, remaining garam masala, cumin, and paprika and cook one minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the crushed tomatoes and simmer until deepened, 10 minutes, then stir in the cream.

5. 5

   Return the chicken and any juices and simmer until cooked through, 8 minutes. Season and scatter with cilantro.