Lazeez Chicken Tikka Masala

"This is an easy recipe for Lazeez Chicken Tikka Masala - Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread."

Recipe yield: 4 servings.
Preperation Time: 30 Minutes
Cooking Time: 50 Minutes
Ready In: 2 Hours 20 Minutes
Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS:
· 1 cup 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 minced fresh ginger
· 4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
· 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 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
· 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
· 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
· 1 cup heavy cream
· 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

DIRECTIONS:
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 for 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.

Enjoy it!