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Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes,3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil,1/2 teaspoon (or more) cayenne pepper,1 cup Greek Yogurt (not fat free – I used 2% Fage),1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped plus extra for garnish,1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger,2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger,1 tablespoon garam masala,3 medium garlic cloves, minced,1/2 teaspoon ground coriander,1/2 teaspoon ground cumin,1 cup heavy cream,1 large onion, diced,1 teaspoon salt,1 fresh Serrano chili (ribs and seed removed) minced,6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts,2 teaspoons sugar,1 tablespoon tomato paste,2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions: For the chicken combine the cumin, coriander, cayenne and salt in a small bowl. Place the chicken breasts on a large sheet pan and flatten a little to ensure even baking. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with the spice mixture and press into the meat. In a medium mixing bowl combine the yogurt, oil, garlic and ginger. Spoon the yogurt mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken and spread to cover. Using tongs, place the chicken breasts in large ziplock bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.,Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Place the chicken breasts on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.  Bake for 40 minutes, turning once after 20 minutes.  Bake until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly browned.  Remove and let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes.  Carefully slice into bite size pieces.,While the chicken is in the oven, prepare the sauce. Warm the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook stirring frequently until light golden brown, about 10 minutes.  Add the garlic, ginger, chili pepper, tomato paste and the garam masala.  Cook stirring continuously until fragrant, about 3 minutes.  Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar and salt.  Bring mixture to a boil and reduce the heat to medium-low.  Cover and simmer 15 minutes stirring occasionally.  Stir in the cream and return to a simmer.  Remove the pan from the heat and cover to keep warm.,Toss the chicken in the warm masala sauce but do not cook.  Stir in the cilantro and check the seasoning. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

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