Weeknight Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb boneless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 yellow onions
• 4 clove garlic
• 1 oz fresh ginger root
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 15 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/2 cup basmati rice

Method

1. 1

   Cut the chicken into large chunks and toss with the yogurt and half the spices. Leave it while you prep the rest.

2. 2

   Start the basmati rice according to the package.

3. 3

   Cook the diced onion in the oil over medium-high heat until browning at the edges, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the grated ginger, garlic and remaining spices for one minute.

4. 4

   Add the chicken with its marinade and cook 5 minutes, stirring, until it loses its raw color.

5. 5

   Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and simmer 15 minutes until thickened.

6. 6

   Stir in the cream, warm through without boiling, and serve over the rice.

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