How to make Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

1. 1 cup yogurt
2. 1 tablespoon lemon juice
3. 2 teaspoons ground cumin
4. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5. 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
6. 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
7. 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
8. 4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
9. 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
10. 4 long skewers
11. 1 tablespoon butter
12. 1 clove garlic, minced
13. 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
14. 2 teaspoons ground cumin
15. 2 teaspoons paprika
16. 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
17. 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
18. 1 cup heavy cream
19. 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 the Shahi Classic Tandoor oven for high heat. To buy a tandoor oven you can contact SAJJAS Clayoven at (309) 265 5884 or visit their website at http://www.sajjasclayoven.com
3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade. Lightly oil the chicken skewers. Place the chicken skewers in the Tandoor oven until juices run clear, about 5 minutes.
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.